Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs

Since 1947, Crowder has built a legacy of success in the construction industry. We work throughout the Southeast on heavy construction infrastructure projects ranging from bridges, dams, water and waste water treatment facilities, power plants and other energy facilities. We are a general contractor who self performs civil, electrical and mechanical trades on both traditional and more complex alternative delivery projects.

As a family-owned company, it is the spirit of not only doing the right things, but doing things the right way that is the true legacy of our founders and our people. Crowder is Building America and Proud of It® as reflected in our Mission Statement:

We are dedicated to superior performance and committed to making a positive difference for our clients, for our communities, and in the lives of our employees.

If you are looking for a career, not just a job, with a company committed to your future, apply today.

CROWDER IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY (EOE) AFFIRMATIVE ACTION (AA) EMPLOYER
Qualified Minorities, Females, Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Crowder is a Drug Free Workplace and E-Verify Employer

REQUIREMENTS: ALL Applicants must be:

• Additional Requirements for Craftworkers:
  • Must have own transportation to and from jobsite every work day (driver's license not required)
  • Must provide own hand tools (excluding power tools)
  • May be expected to travel where the project requires (multi-state opportunities)
• Legally Eligible to Work in the US
• 18 years of Age
• Must provide own hand tools (excluding power tools)
• Able to Pass a Drug Test
• May be expected to travel where the project requires (multi-state opportunities)
• Must have own transportation to and from jobsite every work day (driver's license not required)

Primary Function:

Operates heavy equipment including, but not limited to, dump truck, loader, trackhoe, backhoe, tamper, water truck and bulldozer.

Typical Duties include but are not limited to:

• Assist other crafts when equipment is not in use.
• Trench and construct ditches for installation of culverts, water pipes and sewer pipes; remove silt and debris.
• Knowledgeable of equipment in respect to checking and maintaining all fluid levels and lubrication.
• Operate a variety of vehicles and large heavy equipment while performing maintenance and repairs on roads and right-of-ways including loading, hauling and dumping on smooth to extremely rough surfaces.
• Load gravel, dirt and sand; smooth and grade roads; spread rock and gravel.
• Make minor repairs and adjustments to equipment while in the field.

Skills, Knowledge, Qualifications & Experience:

• Follow instructions and meet set standards
• Judge distances and slopes accurately
• Must have five (5) years of experience safely operating equipment such as dump truck, loader, trackhoe, backhoe, tamper, water truck and bulldozer.
• Practice good safety habits
• Possess skill in road construction and heavy equipment operation
• Make decisions based on verifiable standards
• In some cases, may need the ability to read engineering drawings

Benefits:

At the heart of Crowder s Mission Statement is the commitment to make a positive difference in the lives of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package is custom-designed to achieve that goal through access to the following benefits:

• Crowder YOUniversity Career-Based Training
• Life/AD&D Insurance
• Educational Assistance
• 401k Savings and Profit Sharing Plan with Matching Contributions
• Hospital Indemnity and Critical Illness
• Healthcare Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Health Plans, including Medical, Dental and Vision
• Supplemental Voluntary and Dependent Life Insurance
• Direct Deposit
• Company Paid Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Wellness Program with Incentives

Benefits may vary based on position and length of employment.

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