Heavy Equipment Operator (Civil Concrete)

Heavy Equipment Operator – Civil Concrete Construction

Position Scope

The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of construction equipment on civil concrete projects. This role supports concrete, excavation, grading, and site preparation activities while maintaining production schedules, quality standards, and all safety requirements.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment such as excavators, loaders, skid steers, dozers, backhoes, rollers, and compactors
• Assist with site preparation including grading, excavation, trenching, backfilling, and material handling
• Support concrete operations by placing, spreading, and assisting with concrete pours as needed
• Perform finish grading to specifications using plans, stakes, or grade controls
• Conduct daily equipment inspections and basic maintenance (fueling, greasing, cleaning)
• Communicate effectively with foremen, ground crews, and other operators
• Follow all OSHA, company, and union safety regulations
• Maintain awareness of underground utilities, traffic control, and surrounding crews
• Keep equipment and work areas clean and orderly

Education and Work Experience

• Union membership (or ability to join the applicable operators’ union)
• Previous experience operating heavy equipment in civil or concrete construction
• Ability to read grade stakes, plans, or layout markings (preferred)
• Knowledge of safe equipment operation and jobsite safety practices
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and teamwork skills

Knowledge, Skills, and Responsibilities

• Ability to work long hours in varying weather conditions
• Ability to climb in and out of equipment and maintain prolonged seated positions
• Adequate vision, hearing, and coordination for safe equipment operation

Work Environment

• Active civil construction sites such as roadways, bridges, foundations, and infrastructure projects
• Exposure to noise, dust, heavy machinery, and outdoor conditions

Why Join Us?

• Competitive union wages per collective bargaining agreement
• Union benefits including healthcare, pension, apprenticeship, and training programs
• Be part of a team that builds communities and values people as much as projects

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing.

Ti-Zack Concrete, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also Ti-Zack Concrete, LLC policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Ti-Zack Concrete, LLC does not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a signed agreement with the Recruitment Team.