Heavy Equipment Operator

Trident Civil Construction is seeking an experienced and dependable Heavy Equipment Operator to join our growing team.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience operating heavy construction equipment on civil, earthwork, grading, and underground utility projects while maintaining a strong commitment to safety, productivity, and quality workmanship.

• Perform tasks to abide by safety and security regulations
• Check equipment fluids daily
• Excavator and bulldozer operators must be able to maintain grade with the assistance of others using lasers, levels, transits, string lines, or other methods.
• Prepare for work daily by setting out tools and equipment needed
• Maintain a clean and safe work area
• Return tools and equipment to their proper storage area at the end of each day
• Assist the ground crew in other activities if your specific job skills are not needed that day
• Report any damaged or lost tools and equipment to the Superintendent or Foreman
• Operate equipment in a manner so no damage or harm is caused to the crew, materials, or existing improvements on the work site.

• Excavator: 2 years (Required)
• Heavy equipment operation: 2 years (Preferred)
• Underground Utility Construction: 2 years (Preferred)

Essential Physical Functions

• Ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to 50–75 pounds regularly.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, and climb for extended periods.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions, including heat, cold, wind, and rain.
• Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, and construction equipment.
• Ability to climb ladders, scaffolding, and work at heights when required.
• Ability to maintain balance and coordination while working on uneven surfaces.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, and steel-toe boots.
• Ability to perform repetitive motions such as lifting, hammering, digging, and carrying materials.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.