At least 3 years of equipment operating experience is required.
Ability to read and follow safety rules, warning signs, and site directions.
Ability to read construction drawings and understand job plans.
Ability to take measurements and work from grades and stakes.
Knowledge of safe operation of assigned power construction equipment.
Good judgment of distances, slopes, and surroundings.
Ability to communicate clearly and respectfully with coworkers and field leadership.
Ability to manage time, stay organized, and respond to changing jobsite needs.
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test.
Reliable transportation is required.
Ability to work outdoors in heat, cold, dust, damp conditions, ice, precipitation, and mud.
Ability to climb and maintain balance on scaffolds and ladders; reach, handle, and manipulate objects and materials; and repeatedly lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Ability to stand and walk and to stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl for extended periods.
Acceptable vision, with or without correction, is required.
Responsibilities
Operate excavation and dirt equipment and wheeled or track skid loaders to complete assigned work safely and efficiently.
Perform daily pre-use inspections and lubricate and service equipment as needed.
Report equipment issues promptly and accurately.
Complete routine maintenance and minor repairs within the role's scope.
Follow all site safety requirements, policies, and procedures.
Support the construction crew with general duties when operator work is limited.
Help train and orient new employees as needed.
Participate in hiring and employment processes when requested.
Attend site meetings and share updates or ideas as requested by the Project Superintendent.
Follow directions and work assignments from the Foreman or Project Superintendent with a sense of urgency.
Desired Qualifications
A high school diploma or GED is preferred.
Overview
Build Your Future with Danis as an Equipment Operator
Since 1916, Danis has been a trusted general contractor bringing landmark projects to life across healthcare, higher education, life sciences, and commercial construction. With over a century of craftsmanship and innovation, we take pride in building spaces that shape communities and stand the test of time.
If you take pride in safe, precise equipment operation and enjoy being part of a hardworking crew, we’d like to meet you. We’re looking for an Equipment Operator to support excavation and dirt work using a variety of heavy equipment. This position reports to the Project Foreman or Project Superintendent.
Responsibilities
What you’ll do
Operate excavation/dirt equipment and wheeled or track skid loaders to complete assigned work safely and efficiently
Perform daily pre-use inspections; lubricate and service equipment as needed
Report equipment issues promptly and accurately
Complete routine maintenance and minor repairs within your scope
Follow all site safety requirements, policies, and procedures
Support the construction crew with general duties when operator work is limited
Help train and orient new employees as needed
Participate in hiring/employment processes when requested
Promote teamwork and positive, professional communication on site
Attend site meetings and share updates/ideas as requested by the Project Superintendent
Follow directions and work assignments from the Foreman or Project Superintendent with a sense of urgency
What we’re looking for
Ability to read and follow safety rules, warning signs, and site directions
Ability to read construction drawings and understand job plans
Comfortable taking measurements and working from grades/stakes
Strong knowledge of safe operation for the types of power construction equipment assigned
Good judgement of distances, slopes, and surroundings
Clear, respectful communication with coworkers and field leadership
Ability to manage your time, stay organized, and respond to changing jobsite needs
Qualifications
Requirements
3+ years of equipment operating experience (required)
High school diploma or GED (preferred)
Pass a pre-employment drug test
Have reliable transportation
Work environment
This role is primarily outdoors in all types of weather. You may be exposed to heat, cold, dust, damp conditions, ice, precipitation, and mud.
Physical Demands:
Must be able to climb and maintain balance on scaffolds and ladders; reach, handle, and manipulate objects and materials; and lift/carry up to 50 pounds repeatedly. Ability to stand/walk and to stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl for extended periods is required. Acceptable vision (with or without correction) is required.
Benefits:Danis offers a competitive salary, merit increases, bonus, medical, dental and vision insurances, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k), profit sharing, boot vouchers, prescription safety glasses and more.
EEO Statement
Danis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Danis does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.
NO AGENCY CALLS OR SUBMISSIONSDanis does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Any resumes submitted without a signed agreement will be considered the property of Danis, and no fees will be paid.