Heavy Equipment Operator

Heavy Equipment Operator – Civil & Sitework

📍 Norwood & Waltham, MA | Direct Hire

Skilled Trades Partners is currently recruiting for a direct hire opportunity with a respected and growing civil/sitework contractor supporting large commercial construction projects throughout the Massachusetts area. Current work includes high-profile commercial site development projects including warehouses, dealerships, and utility-related infrastructure work.

We are seeking experienced Heavy Equipment Operators to join the team on a permanent basis. This is a higher-scope environment requiring strong excavation and dirt work experience. Excavator experience is the top priority for this role. Candidates with backgrounds in underground utilities, drainage, demolition, blasting, water/sewer, and large commercial sitework are highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment including excavators, loaders, dozers, skid steers, and backhoes
• Perform excavation, grading, trenching, and site preparation work
• Support underground utility installation including water, sewer, and drainage systems
• Work on large commercial job sites safely and efficiently
• Read and interpret construction plans and site drawings
• Coordinate with foremen and crews to keep projects moving on schedule
• Follow all company and jobsite safety procedures

Qualifications

• 5+ years of heavy equipment operating experience in civil/site construction
• Strong excavator operating experience required
• Experience with dirt work, demolition, drainage, blasting, water/sewer, and utility projects
• Experience working on large commercial job sites
• Ability to read and interpret plans and construction drawings
• Massachusetts Hoisting License required
• Reliable transportation and strong work ethic
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced team environment

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive pay: $40–$45/hr for highly skilled candidates
• Full benefits package
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Long-term direct hire opportunity
• Steady pipeline of commercial work
• Opportunity for growth with a strong and established company

We are also hiring for experienced Laborers and Foremen in the Norwood/Waltham area. If you have strong civil/sitework experience and are looking for a long-term opportunity with a growing contractor, apply today for immediate consideration.