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Heavy Equipment Operator

Wiregrass Construction Company, Inc.
Birmingham, AL Full Time
POSTED ON 5/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/4/2026
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Heavy Equipment Operator

We are seeking a skilled and dependable Heavy Equipment Operator to join our team. Wiregrass Construction is committed to taking care of our employees and offers excellent compensation and low-cost benefits, with our health insurance costing as low as $18 per week for a single employee. If you’re interested in joining an established and growing company with opportunities for career advancement, we encourage you to apply and grow with us!

As a Heavy Equipment Operator, you will play a crucial role in our paving operations. We are looking for someone who is proficient in operating a range of equipment including the Shuttle-Buggy, Skid-Steer, Milling Head, Broom, and Backhoe. Don’t have experience using every piece of equipment? We still encourage you to apply. If you have a strong commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork, we want to hear from you!

What You Will Do

  • Maintain a clean and organized jobsite, ensuring a safe and efficient work environment.
  • Safely operate various equipment, including the buggy, skid-steer, milling head, backhoe, and broom.
  • Remain vigilant of surroundings and blind spots, including people, powerlines, and other equipment, to prevent accidents.
  • Dispose of materials properly and responsibly, adhering to designated disposal procedures for each piece of equipment.
  • Avoid sweeping, milling, or dumping into unauthorized areas such as yards, driveways, gutters, and travel lanes.
  • Daily waste disposal on trucks, preventing accumulation on the job site.
  • Follow proper filling procedures for the shuttle buggy, including completing daily equipment inspections and reporting maintenance and repair needs to the supervisor.
  • Keep equipment clean and well-maintained, including checking fluids, hydraulics, and greasing as necessary.
  • Park equipment in designated safe areas determined by the foreman, considering the safety of the traveling public, lowboy drivers, and fuel service.
  • Assist in layout tasks as required.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

What you will need: (Minimum qualifications)

  • Two (2) years of asphalt paving experience (preferred).
  • Effective leadership skills to motivate and manage subordinates, ensuring a safe and productive work environment.
  • Physical ability to meet the demands of the job.
  • Strong teamwork skills with the ability to work collaboratively and establish positive relationships with peers.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet deadlines.
  • Strong organizational skills to maintain efficient operations.
  • Professional and respectful demeanor, with the ability to engage employees in a team-oriented manner.
  • Satisfactory motor vehicle record (MVR) and meeting minimum company standards for driver qualification.
  • Successful completion of a criminal background check and pre-employment drug screening.

Why You Should Work For Wiregrass Construction

At Wiregrass Construction, we know our employees are our success, and we provide opportunities that allow them to grow and build meaningful careers. We build an environment where every voice is heard and work as one to build strong relationships that go beyond roads.

In addition, we offer a wide variety of benefits to support our employees’ well-being, including:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match
  • Paid vacation and holidays
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Wellness programs

The posted salary or pay compensation ranges are approximate and dependent on applicable experience and qualifications. Upper ranges are flexible.

EEO: Wiregrass Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will not discriminate based on creed/national origin/religion/color/sex/age/wage and status as individual with a disability or protected veteran.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

Salary : $18

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