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Heavy Equipment Operator

PeopleReady Skilled Trades
Ruskin, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 8/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/4/2026
PRST is hiring experienced Finish Grade Dozer Operators and Excavator Operators in Palmetto, Florida.
If you're looking for steady hours, overtime, and the opportunity to work on a large-scale earthmoving project, we want to hear from you!

Pay & Schedule

  • $28-$30 per hour (based on experience)
  • 10-hour shifts Monday-Friday
  • 8-hour shifts every Saturday
  • Consistent overtime available

Positions Available

Finish Grade Dozer Operators - 5 needed

You'll play a critical role in environmental site construction by:
  • Finish grading and reshaping phosphogypsum stacks
  • Building and maintaining secure containment dikes
  • Installing and working around synthetic liner systems
  • Managing water flow and drainage on contaminated water containment areas
  • Reading grade stakes and maintaining precise elevations
  • Performing daily equipment inspections and maintaining a safe work area

Excavator Operators - 3 NEEDED

Responsibilities include:
  • Loading haul trucks efficiently and safely
  • Excavating and moving material throughout the project site
  • Maintaining production goals while operating safely
  • Conducting daily equipment inspections
  • Working closely with ground personnel and site supervision

  • Experienced in operating dozers and excavators.
  • Knowledge of grading, excavation, and earthmoving techniques.
  • Strong understanding of construction site safety.
  • Ability to work in various weather conditions and challenging terrain.
  • Reliable, detail-oriented, and able to meet project deadlines.

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Location/Region: Ruskin, FL

Salary : $28 - $30

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