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Heavy Equipment Operator / Construction Laborer
Ray’s Electric & General Contracting, Inc. is looking for a dependable, hardworking Heavy Equipment Operator / Construction Laborer to join our field operations team.
This is a hands-on position for someone who is comfortable operating heavy equipment but is also willing to get out of the machine and work alongside the crew. On any given day, you may be excavating a trench, grading a site, hauling equipment, assisting with concrete work, supporting other trades, or helping keep the jobsite organized and moving efficiently.
A valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is REQUIRED for this position.
What You’ll Do
- Operate heavy equipment such as excavators, backhoes, skid steers, mini excavators, and wheel loaders based on experience and company authorization
- Haul and mobilize equipment between project sites
- Perform site preparation, excavation, trenching, grading, and earthwork
- Assist with concrete preparation, placement, and formwork
- Support utility installation, including trench preparation, bedding, and grading
- Perform general construction labor as needed
- Assist electricians, carpenters, plumbers, HVAC technicians, and other trades on site
- Support demolition, including saw cutting, breaking, and jackhammering
- Load, unload, and move tools, equipment, and construction materials
- Perform daily equipment inspections and basic maintenance
- Keep jobsites, tools, vehicles, and equipment clean and organized
- Follow all company and jobsite safety requirements
- Work wherever needed to help the crew complete the job safely and efficiently
Requirements
- Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) – REQUIRED
- Acceptable driving record
- Ability to safely operate heavy equipment based on training and experience
- Ability to perform physically demanding construction work
- Ability to regularly lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
- Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Ability to work extended shifts
- Reliable attendance and ability to report to work on time
- Ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a crew
- Basic mechanical aptitude
- Ability to pass required pre-employment and random drug/alcohol screening
- Ability to obtain and maintain required jobsite safety training
Preferred Experience
- 3 years of heavy equipment operation experience, particularly with excavators, backhoes, and skid steers
- Construction, excavation, sitework, landscaping, utility, or similar field experience
- OSHA 10-Hour Construction Safety Certification
- Experience with concrete, carpentry, welding, or general construction
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for someone who understands that being an equipment operator doesn’t mean sitting in a machine all day. You should be willing to jump out and help the crew, learn new skills, take care of the equipment you operate, and take pride in the finished product.
Our team values people who show up, work safely, follow through, help their coworkers, and want to keep learning.
At Ray’s Electric & General Contracting, we believe in developing our people. This position has opportunities to grow into increased equipment responsibility, crew leadership, and foreman-level roles.
Work Environment
Our projects include commercial, industrial, municipal, utility/infrastructure, and general construction work. Work is primarily performed in the field and may involve exposure to dust, noise, vibration, mud, heat, cold, heights, and changing weather conditions.
Travel between project sites within the company’s normal service area is required.
Job Type: Part Time
License/Certification:
- Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) (Required)
- OSHA 10 Certification (Preferred; company-sponsored training may be available)
Work Location: In person
Pay: $24.00 - $26.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20.0 – 25.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Flexible schedule
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
License/Certification:
- CDL (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $24 - $26