Demo

Heavy Equipment Operator

Sawcross, Inc.
Miramar Beach, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 9/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/7/2027

Sawcross is a general contracting and engineering company based out of Jacksonville that constructs water treatment plants, wastewater treatment plants and master pumping stations. We started in 1992 and are well respected in the industry. We are an employee-owned company (ESOP) and this is a great opportunity for you to be an owner and not just an employee. Let us work together for you and your family.

Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced and safety-conscious Heavy Equipment Operator to join our construction team. This role is essential in supporting site preparation, grading, excavation, and installation of structural components for wastewater treatment facilities. The ideal candidate will be proficient in operating a variety of heavy equipment, including excavators, bulldozers, backhoes, and loaders.

Responsibilities:

  • Safely operate heavy equipment in accordance with project specifications and OSHA standards
  • Perform excavation and grading for foundations, pipelines, and structures
  • Assist in installation of underground utilities and process infrastructure
  • Conduct daily equipment inspections and perform basic maintenance
  • Coordinate with site supervisors and crew members to ensure efficient workflow
  • Maintain a clean and safe job site at all times

Requirements:

  • Minimum 3 years of experience operating heavy construction equipment
  • Valid driver’s license; CDL preferred
  • OSHA 10 or 30 certification is a plus
  • Experience in water or wastewater plant construction highly desirable
  • Ability to read site plans and follow grade stakes
  • Strong commitment to safety and teamwork

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee stock ownership plan
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $23 - $30

If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a Heavy Equipment Operator?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Heavy Equipment Operator career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$46,327 - $63,969
Income Estimation: 
$69,651 - $95,335
Income Estimation: 
$52,573 - $74,196
Income Estimation: 
$52,573 - $74,196
Income Estimation: 
$66,645 - $93,368
Employees: Get a Salary Increase
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at Sawcross, Inc.

  • Sawcross, Inc. Miramar Beach, FL
  • We are looking for an experienced Lead Man – Underground Pipe to join our team on a Wastewater Treatment Plant project in Miramar Beach, FL. Responsibiliti... more
  • 9 Days Ago


Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Heavy Equipment Operator jobs in the Miramar Beach, FL area that may be a better fit.

  • Salt Legacy Inc Freeport, FL
  • Overview Salt Legacy Inc is hiring an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator to join our land-clearing team. We are seeking a dependable, safety-minded opera... more
  • 11 Days Ago

  • Okaloosa County Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • Drives and operates heavy-duty trucks and equipment in the loading, hauling and distribution of materials, the transportation of equipment and the construc... more
  • 1 Day Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!