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CST Utilities

Equipment Operator/Laborer

Columbus, OH · On-site

$16 - $19.50/hr

The individual will also assist with site preparation, digging, material handling, and other labor ... Ensure equipment is operated safely and efficiently, following all safety protocols and guidelines.

The Waterworks

Excavation Operator

Grove City, OH · On-site

Job Type Full-time Description Heavy Equipment Operator Do you have 5 years or more of operating ... Safe excavation includes digging around utilities. Safe use of water hoses under pressure * Safe ...

The Waterworks

Excavation Operator

Grove City, OH · On-site

Job Type Full-time Description Heavy Equipment Operator Do you have 5 years or more of operating ... Safe excavation includes digging around utilities. Safe use of water hoses under pressure * Safe ...

Layton Services

Mainline Excavator Operator

Columbus, OH · On-site

$40 - $45/hr

... of Mainline Equipment Operator at Layton Services: Accountable for operating various types of heavy machinery to install water, sewer, and storm utilities. Operations where you will be digging ...

Layton Services

Mainline Excavator Operator

Columbus, OH · On-site

$40 - $45/hr

... of Mainline Equipment Operator at Layton Services: Accountable for operating various types of heavy machinery to install water, sewer, and storm utilities. Operations where you will be digging ...

Eramo and Sons

Dozer/ Hoe Pack Operator

Hilliard, OH

... digging. Must have a full range of body movements including use of hands and legs. Must have the ... Minor maintenance and care of equipment. * Responsible for the set up of material on job sites.

Eramo and Sons

Scraper Operator

Hilliard, OH

Willing to learn to run other types of heavy equipment. Must be able to learn and retain ... digging. Must have a full range of body movements including use of hands and legs. Must have the ...

Eramo and Sons

Dozer Operator

Hilliard, OH · On-site

Must be familiar with the operation and minor maintenance of various types of dozer equipment. Able ... digging. Must have a full range of body movements including use of hands and legs. Must have the ...

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Heavy Equipment Operator

Jurgensen Companies

Washington Court House, OH

Full-time

Re-posted 2 days ago

Job description

Do you enjoy working outdoors, operating heavy machinery, and building something that lasts?
Join Cox Paving as a Construction Equipment Operator and help us build roads, highways, and infrastructure. With over 100 years of excellence in the construction industry, we offer hands-on work, steady hours, and career development in a team-oriented environment.

Heavy Equipment Operator Responsibilities:

  • Operate dozers, motor graders, and other heavy equipment to perform roadway milling preparation, fine grading, and surface correction activities in support of asphalt paving operations.
  • Establish and maintain proper grade, slope, drainage, and roadway profile according to project specifications and crew direction.
  • Work closely with milling, paving, and trucking crews to ensure efficient production and smooth workflow throughout all phases of roadway preparation.
  • Conduct daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections, routine maintenance, and minor servicing of assigned equipment to ensure safe and reliable operation.
  • Identify and report equipment issues, grade discrepancies, safety concerns, or site hazards to supervisors promptly.
  • Follow all company safety policies, traffic control requirements, and jobsite procedures while operating equipment in active construction environments.
  • Operating heavy equipment as assigned while maintaining a "crew-first" mindset; this includes performing essential manual labor and ground-support tasks as dictated by project needs. Duties include, but are not limited to, shoveling asphalt, concrete, pipe installation, hand-digging, grade checking, traffic control, and general site restoration.
  • Work outdoors in varying weather conditions, on uneven terrain, and during extended hours as required to meet project schedules.

Field Support Duties:

  • Hand-shoveling and raking of paving materials (asphalt, concrete, stone, or dirt).
  • Assisting with utility installation, including pipe laying and bedding.
  • Manual grease and maintenance of equipment components using power and hand tools.
  • Setting up and moving traffic control devices and safety signage.
  • Perform all other ancillary duties and manual tasks customary to a heavy construction or civil engineering site to ensure project continuity and crew safety.

Desired Qualifications:

  • Prior experience in heavy highway, site development, or asphalt construction preferred.
  • Familiarity with operating graders, backhoes, dozers, or similar equipment.
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team or independently on a job site.
  • Formal training or equipment certifications are a plus.
  • Valid driver's license required.
  • Must be safety conscious, reliable, and able to work in physically demanding outdoor environments.

Physical & Mental Demands:

  • Local travel traditionally
  • Required overtime
  • Seasonal layoffs
  • Extensive physical activity
  • Must work outdoors and in all weather conditions/terrain
  • Could be asked to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
  • Ability to stand, walk, climb and kneel on uneven terrain for extended periods of time in all weather conditions (heat, rain, cold).
  • Ability to safely mount and dismount heavy equipment multiple times per shift.


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