Finish Loader Operator (Roadway Work)

About Foshee Construction Co., LLC

Foshee Construction Co., LLC is a trusted site development contractor based in Minneola, Florida, serving Central Florida for over 30 years. We specialize in earthwork, roadway construction, underground utilities, erosion control, and complete site preparation for residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects.

Our team is known for reliability, safety, and doing the job right the first time. We don’t cut corners—we focus on clear communication, strong field execution, and building long-term relationships with our clients and employees.

At Foshee Construction, you’re not just filling a position—you’re building a career with a company that values hard work, consistency, accountability, and growth.

Position Overview

Foshee Construction is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Finish Loader Operator to join our field team in Central Florida. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience operating a wheel loader for roadway base, aggregate placement, fine grading, and site preparation.

This position plays an important role in preparing and maintaining accurate grades for roadways, building pads, and other site development projects. The right candidate understands how to work with base materials, maintain proper elevations, and work efficiently alongside grade crews, dozer operators, excavator operators, and other field personnel.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate a wheel loader safely and efficiently on active construction sites
• Perform finish grading and precision material placement for roadway and site development projects
• Load, spread, level, and maintain roadway base and aggregate materials to required elevations and specifications
• Fine-grade roadway base, subgrade, building pads, and other project areas as directed
• Maintain proper material depth, grade, slope, and drainage requirements
• Assist with roadway preparation, site preparation, backfilling, and material handling
• Work closely with grade crews, pipe crews, equipment operators, and supervisors to meet project requirements
• Read and understand grade stakes, elevations, plans, and other jobsite information
• Use laser levels, GPS systems, or other grade-control equipment when required
• Make adjustments to material placement and grading based on field conditions and grade requirements
• Perform daily equipment inspections and report maintenance or mechanical issues
• Keep equipment and work areas clean and organized
• Follow all OSHA, company, and project-specific safety requirements
• Maintain a productive and professional work environment

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience operating a wheel loader, preferably in roadway, site development, or heavy civil construction
• Hands-on experience placing, spreading, and finishing roadway base or aggregate materials strongly preferred
• Experience with fine grading, site preparation, and earthwork
• Ability to operate a loader with precision while maintaining proper grade and material depth
• Ability to read and understand grade stakes, elevations, and basic site plans
• Experience working around survey and grade crews
• Familiarity with GPS or laser-guided grading systems is a plus
• Knowledge of roadway construction and base preparation is highly preferred
• Strong understanding of jobsite safety and equipment awareness
• Ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team
• Dependable attendance and a strong work ethic
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Ability to communicate and understand English

Physical Requirements

• Operate heavy equipment for extended periods
• Work outdoors in heat, cold, rain, and varying weather conditions
• Frequently climb in and out of equipment and navigate uneven or active jobsite terrain
• Lift and carry materials weighing 50 lbs. as needed
• Maintain alertness, coordination, and situational awareness in active construction environments

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Ability to communicate and understand English
• Previous heavy equipment operating experience
• Roadway base and/or aggregate grading experience preferred

Equal Opportunity Employer

Foshee Construction Co., LLC is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

Salary : $41,155 - $57,244