Heavy Equipment Operator
- LocationKansas City, MO
- Work typeNot stated
- EmploymentFull-time
- Posted6 November 2026
- SourceEmery Sapp's careers page (Workday)
Live checkFirst seen 2 h ago; still listed on Emery Sapp's careers page 2 h ago.
At a glance
- Experience3+ years
- EducationHigh school diploma or equivalent
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We are seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator to work on our construction projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating heavy equipment safely and efficiently to ensure that work is completed on schedule and within budget. As a key member of our team, this Operator will work closely with other crew members and subcontractors to ensure that projects are completed to the highest level of quality.
Responsibilities
- Operate heavy equipment, including bulldozers, excavators, and loaders, to move materials, earth, and other heavy objects
- Ensure that all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest level of quality
- Maintain equipment and perform basic repairs as needed
- Communicate regularly with other crew members and subcontractors to ensure that work is completed on schedule and within budget
- Develop and maintain relationships with crew members and subcontractors to ensure that they are aware of project schedules and deadlines
- Ensure that all equipment is properly maintained and that safety procedures are followed at all times
- Identify and resolve issues that arise during construction projects
- Provide on-the-job training to new operators as needed
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training in heavy equipment operation preferred
- 3+ years of experience operating heavy equipment, with experience in a construction setting preferred
- Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences
- Strong analytical skills, with the ability to analyze project data and identify trends and opportunities for improvement
- Experience with government contracts and compliance is a plus
- A commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
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