What are the responsibilities and job description for the Civil - Heavy Equipment Operator position at Alpha Inc?
Location: Maui, Hawaii
Reports to: Foreman
Employment Type: Full-Time
Department: Civil
Compensation: $38.00 – $58.00 per hour, based on experience
The Opportunity
Alpha Inc. is seeking a skilled and safety-focused Heavy Equipment Operator to support mass excavation and site preparation on high-impact civil projects across Maui. This role is essential to ensuring that sites are excavated, graded, and prepared to the highest standards—on time and on spec.
As a Heavy Equipment Operator, you will be responsible for operating excavators, bulldozers, backhoes, rock trucks, and graders to complete excavation, trenching, grading, and utility installation. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical ability, GPS (Trimble Earthworks) familiarity, and a team-first mindset to every project.
If you're passionate about moving earth and building Hawaii's future—this is your opportunity to dig in and make a real difference.
About Alpha Inc.
At Alpha Inc., we are dedicated to building Hawai'i's future through excellence in heavy civil construction, water well drilling, renewable energy, and concrete services. As a locally owned and operated company, we take pride in delivering high-impact projects that serve our communities for generations.
We live by three core values that shape how we work and lead:
- Strength in Unity – Fostering trust and collaboration to achieve collective success.
- Lead with Heart – Approaching every endeavor with humility, empathy, and respect.
- Alpha Mentality – Demonstrating grit, accountability, and a relentless drive to excel.
Join us in shaping what's next—with purpose, pride, and the Alpha mindset.
What You Will Do
- Operate heavy machinery (excavators, bulldozers, backhoes, graders, rock trucks) to perform mass excavation and site preparation
- Execute trench digging, ditch work, backfilling, and grading based on construction plans
- Use GPS systems (Trimble Earthworks preferred) for precise excavation and mapping
- Read and interpret blueprints to guide excavation and grading work
- Maintain equipment through daily inspections and routine servicing
- Assist in material handling: loading, unloading, spreading soil, gravel, or rocks
- Follow strict safety protocols and conduct daily safety checks
- Collaborate closely with crew members and foreman to meet project deadlines
- Report equipment issues and assist with repair coordination
- Promote a culture of safety and environmental responsibility on the job site
What You Bring
- Minimum 3 years of experience operating heavy equipment for mass excavation
- Proficient in operating excavators, bulldozers, graders, backhoes, and related machinery
- Experience using Trimble Earthworks or similar GPS-enabled control systems
- Ability to read construction drawings and blueprints
- Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
- Knowledge of safety protocols in excavation and construction environments
- Valid CDL (Commercial Driver's License) preferred, with excellent driving record
Why Alpha?
At Alpha Inc., we're not just building infrastructure—we're building Hawai'i's future with purpose, precision, and pride. You'll join a team that leads with heart, works in unity, and lives the Alpha Mentality. We value grit, trust, and teamwork—and we believe success comes from doing the work that matters, together.
Conditions of Employment
At Alpha Inc., offers of employment are contingent upon completing standard pre-employment screening. This includes a background check conducted only after a conditional offer, reviewed in line with Hawai'i law, a drug test carried out under state requirements, and maintaining a valid driver's license.
Alpha Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We do not discriminate based on any protected status under federal or Hawai'i law. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States; we are unable to sponsor visas. Employment eligibility will be verified upon hire. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact us at careers@alphahawaii.com.
Salary : $38 - $58