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Higgins Properties

Road Construction / Heavy Equipment Operator

Pay: $18–$30/hr

Posted: 3 weeks ago

Location: Cornelia, GA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/1/2026

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What they do

An Operating Engineer or Heavy Equipment Operator drives and operates heavy equipment used in quarries, construction sites, landfills, refuse and recycling centers, or ports. Heavy Equipment may include, but is not limited to, bulldozers, excavators, paving equipment and pile drivers.

$53,254 / year median in Georgia

+10% projected growth

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Job Description

Job Overview Looking for

ROAD CONSTRUCTION / HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATORS

to join our team. Hands-On job local to Habersham and surrounding counties.

Duties:

Operate heavy construction equipment such as excavators, skid steers, loaders, backhoes, graders, and other road construction equipment with safety & knowledge. Assist with grading, drainage, site preparation, and road construction. Ability to load, move, spread dirt, gravel, asphalt and other materials. Perform basic equipment inspections and report any issues. Follow safety guidelines and work safely around others and equipment. Willing to help with general construction as needed as part of a crew.

What we are looking for:

Proven experience operating heavy equipment. Valid Drivers license. Experience in road construction, grading, excavating, or similar construction work. Familiarity with construction utility work, including utility locating procedures and excavation techniques Any required commercial driver's license (CDL), equipment certifications, or other applicable licenses are a plus and may be required depending on the job duties. Ability to operate loaders, excavators, backhoes, and other heavy machinery safely and efficiently Ability & dependability to work outdoors in different weather conditions. Willingness to follow instructions and work as part of a crew. We are willing to train the right motivated individual that is interested in pursuing a career in this field.

Pay:

$18.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

Paid time off

Work Location:

In person