What are the responsibilities and job description for the Civil - Heavy Equipment Operator position at Alpha, Inc.?
This Is Not a Seat-Filler Role. This Is a Craft.
At Alpha Inc., we don’t just run equipment — we shape the land Hawai'i depends on.
We’re looking for elite Excavator and Loader Operators who treat iron like an extension of themselves. Operators who understand grade, production, safety, and teamwork — and who take pride in doing things right the first time.
If you’re the kind of operator who:
- Can read a set of plans and already see the finished product
- Respects the machine, the crew, and the schedule
- Shows up ready, dialed in, and accountable
Then you’ll fit right in here.
About Alpha Inc.
Born and built in Hawai'i, Alpha Inc. is a locally owned leader in heavy civil construction, infrastructure, renewable energy, concrete, drilling, and specialty services.
We don’t just build projects — we build trust, careers, and long-term impact for island communities.
Everything we do is anchored in our core values:
- Lead with Heart – Respect the crew. Protect the people. Do the right thing.
- Strength in Unity – One team, one plan, one standard.
- Alpha Mentality – Take ownership. Push for better. Never coast.
We’re not looking for operators who just want hours. We’re looking for operators who want pride, consistency, and a future.
What You’ll Do
As a Heavy Equipment Operator at Alpha, you’ll be trusted to run major iron on meaningful projects across the Hawai'i Island.
You will:
- Operate excavators and loaders for mass excavation, trenching, grading, and site development
- Perform precision grading and material placement to spec — not “close enough”
- Work on prevailing wage projects with professional crews and strong leadership
- Use GPS systems (Trimble Earthworks preferred) to execute accurate, efficient cuts and fills
- Conduct daily equipment inspections and operate machinery safely and responsibly
- Coordinate closely with Foremen and crew to keep production moving
- Read and interpret plans, grades, and stakes without hand-holding
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized jobsite
This is hands-on, production-driven work — and your skill directly impacts the success of the project.
What It Takes to Be an “A Player” Here
We’re not training from zero. We’re leveling up professionals.
Required Experience & Skills
- Minimum 3 years operating heavy equipment in civil or mass excavation environments
- Strong proficiency with excavators and/or loaders
- Solid understanding of grading, trenching, and site prep
- Ability to work safely, efficiently, and independently
- Strong communication and teamwork mindset
Highly Preferred
- Valid CDL with a clean driving record
- Experience on prevailing wage or public works projects
- GPS machine control experience (Trimble Earthworks a plus)
Why Alpha?
Because here, operators aren’t just hands on the controls — they’re craftsmen.
At Alpha Inc., you’ll work with:
- Crews who respect skill, safety, and production
- Foremen and leadership who know the work and back the field
- Prevailing wage projects that matter to Hawai'i’s infrastructure
- Well-maintained equipment and standards that don’t cut corners
- A company where values aren’t slogans — they’re lived on every jobsite
If you want to run iron with purpose, be trusted to do the job right, and be part of a team that builds with pride and integrity — you’ll feel at home at Alpha.
Benefits & Perks
Alpha Inc. offers a competitive benefits package designed to support you and your family, including:
- 100% company-paid Medical/Dental/Vision (family coverage)
- Paid Time Off (PTO) (vacation, personal, and sick time) that increases with tenure
- Paid holidays
- Weekly pay
- 401(k) Retirement Plan: Eligible after 1 month of service (age 18 ), with a Safe Harbor match (100% on the first 3%, 50% on the next 2%) with immediate vesting
- Life & AD&D insurance (company-paid, with family coverage)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) (24/7 confidential support)
- Tuition reimbursement (up to $500/year)
- Company-provided equipment (role dependent)
- Additional perks (Aflac supplemental coverage employee discounts)
- Employee Ambassador Program: A dedicated, real-human support resource to help you navigate life’s challenges—personal or professional—by connecting you to guidance, resources, and solutions when you need them most.
Benefits eligibility may vary based on role and employment status.
Conditions of Employment
Employment at Alpha Inc. is contingent upon:
- Completion of standard pre-employment screening.
- Successful completion of a background check conducted after a conditional offer; any prior issues will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis consistent with Hawai'i and federal law.
- Passing a drug test (for both full-time and part-time hires) conducted in line with Hawai'i statutory requirements.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States; we are unable to sponsor employment 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.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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, and we provide equal opportunity in all employment practices, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, and training.