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Equipment Operator

Construction Job Board USA
West Haven, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 8/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/26/2026
Description

The Middlesex Corporation is a nationally recognized and award-winning leader in the heavy civil construction industry. Since 1972, the family business founded by Robert W. Pereira has developed an extensive client and project list through its consistent efforts to safely build America's infrastructure. The Middlesex Corporation specializes in building and reconstructing highways, bridges, marine, rail, and transit facilities through its collaborative team approach and focus on core values. In addition, Middlesex Asphalt in Central Florida is one of the largest and most productive asphalt plants in the United States with Middlesex Paving earning an equally solid regional presence and reputation.

Position Summary

The Equipment Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of assigned equipment, ensuring compliance with company safety policies and procedures and performing routine maintenance.

Responsibilities

  • Comply with (and actively promote) all Safety policies and procedures, including reporting all accidents, incidents, and near misses to ensure adherence to our Number One Core Value - Safety, first in everything we do.
  • Complete equipment condition reports and daily checklists for assigned equipment, providing updates to the Project Superintendent daily.
  • Perform regular cleaning of machines, including daily sweeping of cabs, trash removal, weekly interior cleaning, and bi-weekly lubrication of doors and windows.
  • Understand and follow all Company safety policies and procedures, ensuring the safety of both yourself and those working in your vicinity.
  • Monitor and report equipment fuel levels to the Superintendent or Foreman daily to ensure timely refueling.
  • Note any needed supplies or issues with the equipment, such as grease, oil, rags, cleaning supplies, or the need for steam cleaning, and inform the Superintendent.

Qualifications

  • 3-5 years of experience operating equipment in Heavy/Civil Construction.
  • OSHA 10 certification.

Necessary Attributes

  • Adaptability to different personalities and management styles.
  • Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
  • Dedication and hard work with a strong commitment to team success.
  • Strong work ethic, professionalism, and attention to quality in all tasks performed.

We offer our full-time and eligible part time team members a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry. Benefits include medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible team members and dependents, employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, top-tier 401k with matching, tuition reimbursement, industry leading referral program, and generous paid time off.

Middlesex provides equal employment opportunities to all team members and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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