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Heavy Equipment Operator

Total Landscaping & Tree Service
Danbury, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 3/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/25/2026

Construction yard in search of experienced heavy equipment operator

Responsibilities

  • Operate heavy equipment such as dozers, loaders, backhoes, excavators, and other construction machinery with precision and safety.
  • Perform site preparation tasks like grading, excavation, loading, and material transport to support construction activities.
  • Conduct routine inspections and maintenance checks on equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety standards are met.
  • Collaborate with site supervisors to execute project plans efficiently while adhering to safety protocols and environmental regulations.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience operating heavy construction equipment on active job sites.
  • Mechanical knowledge of heavy machinery including Caterpillar (CAT) equipment
  • Familiarity with construction site safety procedures and OSHA regulations.
  • Ability to perform basic maintenance on equipment like excavators, loaders, dozers, cranes, and tanker trucks.
  • Physical stamina to work outdoors in varying weather conditions for extended periods.

Benefits:

  • Health insurance

Work Location: In person

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