Heavy Equipment Operator

HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

Reports to: Foreman/Project Superintendent 

Industry: Heavy Civil Concrete Paving Construction

Location: Primary Chantilly, VA travel required based on job assignment (projects across Delaware, Maryland, and Virginia)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Who We Are: Atlantic Contracting & Material Co., Inc. is a fourth-generation, family-owned general contractor that serves that Mid-Atlantic region. We specialize in concrete paving via mobile batch plant, primarily servicing commercial airports, military installations, and other state/local government entities. In addition to concrete paving, Atlantic Contracting & Material Co., Inc. performs turnkey site development, underground utilities, mass excavation and grading, demolition, crushing/material recycling, soil stabilization, and snow removal

Position Description: The purpose of the position is to operate heavy equipment safely, productively and efficiently. The position could require manual labor consisting of operating a variety of hand tools to include shovels, rakes and pick axes.

Key Responsibilities:

The following responsibilities are general duties that a particular employee in this position may be required to perform. . The actual duties required of this position will vary. Duties may increase within the first 6 months of employment as training an experience is gained. 

·      Proficiently operate heavy equipment: Dozers, Back-Hoes, Excavators (medium and large), Articulated Trucks, Loaders, skid steers and Graders.

·      Build level and excavate land surfaces using construction equipment.

·      Maintain accurate logs and records.

·      Perform a daily heavy equipment walk-around inspection and preventive maintenance responsibilities.

·      Read and interpret maps, sketches, drawings, specifications and technical manuals.

·      Perform job responsibilities safely in a busy sometimes, stressful environment, operating and working varied under-footing and weather conditions around trucks and personnel.

·      Ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures; maintain effective communications with supervisors and coworkers.

·      Perform land clearing, grading, trenching, backfilling, and utility installation support.

·      Use grading systems (lasers, transits, GPS) to complete sitework to specifications.

·      Conduct pre-operation checks, routine maintenance, and complete daily equipment logs.

·      Assist crews in trench excavation, pipe placement, and material backfill.

·      Load, unload, and transport equipment to/from project sites.

·      Maintain OSHA compliance and follow company safety policies at all times.

·      Identify potential hazards and ensure a clean, organized work environment.

·      Collaborate with field teams and supervisors to deliver projects on time.

·      Work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as required.

·      Performs other job-related duties as assigned or apparent.

Qualifications

• Experience: 2-5 years of heavy equipment operation in underground utility or civil construction.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with grading systems, lasers, and transits.
• Soft Skills: Reliable, punctual, and effective communicator; able to work well in a team.
• Preferred: Bilingual (English/Spanish).

Licenses & Certifications

• Required: Valid Driver's License, OSHA 30.
• Preferred: CDL License, Rigging & Signaling, Confined Space Training, Excavation & Awareness certifications.

Physical Requirements

• Lift and carry up to 50-75 lbs.
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, snow).
• Ability to bend, kneel, crouch, and maintain footing on uneven terrain.
• Operate equipment with precision in confined areas and rough terrain.
• Sit for long periods when operating equipment; stand and walk during inspections.
• Remain alert to hazards and respond quickly in emergencies.

Benefits

• Weekly pay cycle
• 401(k) retirement savings program with company match
• Incentive and year-end performance bonuses
• Overtime opportunities
• Work Vehicle
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Safety equipment provided