Colorado based contractor specializing in Earthwork Construction is hiring Heavy Equipment Operator/Laborer for projects in and around the Rifle, CO area. Ideal candidates will be experienced operating various types of earth moving equipment ranging from compactors/rollers, loaders, skid steers, excavator, dozer, blade, haul truck, safely and efficiently.

Heavy Equipment Operator/Laborer Duties

• Read, set and understand elevations and grades
• Understand the basic knowledge of earthwork and compaction and pipe laying
• Perform proper start up and shut down procedures
• Work with others and take direction
• Safely install any and all materials needed for the project
• Able to train others when needed
• Maneuver heavy machinery in tight spaces and around existing utilities without disruption
• Operate compactors/rollers, loaders, skid steers, excavator, dozer, blade, haul truck, etc.
• Willing and able to work outside of the cab when not operating

Heavy Equipment Operator/Laborer Qualifications

• Must have a general knowledge of earthwork construction with a minimum of 2 years operating experience
• Certification a PLUS but not required
• Dozer operator MUST be able to grade BOTH rough and fine soil
• MUST be PROFICIENT with manual and GPS controls
• MUST be willing to help outside of the cab when not operating

Heavy Equipment Operator/Laborer Compensation/Benefits

• $26-$38/hr BOE
• Weekly direct deposit
• PTO/holidays
• Comprehensive medical via Anthem BCBS

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is S3’s policy to provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. S3 recruits, hires, compensates, and promotes employees without discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, handicap, or disability. Summit S3 assures that you are consistently treated fairly and given consideration of opportunities for advancement that are free from bias. You have the right to engage in union activities and support. We will not discriminate against any applicant because of their union activity or support. This policy applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, transfer, and social and recreational programs.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $26.00 - $38.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• skid steer: 2 years (Required)
• compactor/roller: 2 years (Required)
• haul truck: 2 years (Preferred)
• Excavator: 2 years (Required)
• Dozer: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person