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Demolition Heavy Equipment Operator

Sage Demolition
Layton, UT Full Time
POSTED ON 9/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/19/2027

Sage Demolition is looking for a dependable, experienced heavy equipment operator to run machinery on a variety of demolition projects — from single-family homes to large commercial and industrial structures.

Pay: $25/hr – $40/hr, based on experience

Key Responsibilities

  • Safely and efficiently operate heavy equipment (excavators, loaders, skid steers, etc.) on demolition job sites
  • Perform demolition work on structures ranging from residential homes to large commercial/industrial buildings
  • Conduct pre-shift equipment inspections and basic maintenance checks
  • Coordinate with site supervisors and crew to maintain safe, efficient job site operations
  • Sort and manage debris/materials as needed on-site
  • Efficiently load and manage trucks to facilitate removal of materials from job site
  • Help line out laborers and crew on job site

Required

  • Proven experience operating heavy equipment (excavators, loaders, or similar)
  • Drivers license and clean driving record (MVR review required)
  • Ability to pass pre-employment drug screen & adhere to company drug & alcohol policy
  • Valid DOT Medical certificate
  • Strong sense of punctuality and reliability
  • Ability to work in outdoor, active construction/demolition environments

Preferred

  • Familiarity with demolition or construction job site operations
  • Experience operating multiple types of heavy equipment (crushers, bulldozers, etc)
  • Proficient in Spanish

Core Competencies

  • Equipment Handling & Precision
  • Problem Solving & Decision Making
  • Safety-First Mindset
  • Clear Communication
  • Time & Priority Management

What We Offer

  • Health Insurance (70% of premium for employee)
  • 401K Matching
  • 7 Paid Holidays
  • PTO
  • Boot & Clothing Stipend
  • Monday – Thursday schedule with the option to work Fridays when desired

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25 - $40

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