Heavy Equipment Operator / Site Development / Storm Drainage
Pay: $58,240/yr
Posted: 2 weeks ago
Location: Saint Augustine, FL (Onsite)
Last Updated: 1 week ago
Hours: Full-Time
Expires: 11/23/2026
Job Description
Atkins Heavy Civil is looking for an experienced, dependable operator who can handle all-around site development work, including residential storm drainage, wooded-lot clearing, earthwork, and grading. We are a growing company looking for someone who wants to grow with us into a foreman or superintendent role. We currently have enough work to keep a two-person crew busy full time, provided projects are completed efficiently and with consistent quality. The Work Operate excavators, skid steers, and other earthmoving equipment safely and efficiently. Clear wooded lots, grub roots and stumps, and manage debris removal. Perform excavation, fill placement, compaction, rough grading, and finish grading. Complete the site development scope for residential new builds, from initial clearing and building-pad preparation through drainage and final grading. Install residential storm drainage systems, including catch basins, drain piping, downspout connections, and approved outlets. Read site and grading plans, use a laser level, and establish proper elevations and slopes. Handle trenching, pipe bedding, backfilling, and compaction. Work on the ground alongside the crew whenever needed. Maintain equipment, protect surrounding property, and keep jobsites organized. Required Experience and Expectations Equipment operating experience is a must. We need someone who understands how to perform the work. not simply how to run the controls. You should be able to organize and carry out residential site development and drainage installations with limited supervision, recognize problems before they become costly, and communicate when something needs clarification. Honesty about your abilities is essential. Be clear about what you can complete independently and where you need support. If you claim you can handle a sitework or drainage project from start to finish, you must be able to demonstrate that experience. Exaggerated qualifications will not be a fit.
We also expect:
Reliable attendance and transportation to local jobsites. Safe equipment operation and awareness of existing utilities. Attention to grades, drainage flow, compaction, and finished workmanship. Willingness to perform hands-on labor as part of a small crew. Accountability, clear communication, and respect for customers and coworkers. Room to Grow This is an opportunity to become a key part of Atkins Heavy Civil as we expand. Someone who consistently delivers quality work, manages daily tasks, and shows leadership can grow into a foreman or superintendent position overseeing site development crews and projects. To Apply Send a brief summary of your experience, the equipment you operate proficiently, your desired hourly rate, and your availability. Please explain which site development and drainage tasks you can complete independently. Photos of previous work and relevant references are welcome. Resume Required. We're looking for someone dependable who takes pride in the work and wants to build a future with the company.
Pay:
$24.00 - $32.00 per hour Expected hours: 24.0 - 40.0 per week People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location:
In person
Benefits
Dental Insurance
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