Operating Engineer
Pepper Construction Group LLC
Barrington, IL (In Person)
Full-Time
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Job Description
Operating Engineer Pepper Construction Group LLC United States, Illinois, Barrington May 27, 2026 With offices in Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, and Ohio, Pepper Construction is a national general contracting and construction management firm that primarily serves the private sector. Pepper Construction provides clients the experience and resources of a national company, combined with the hands-on approach of a local company. Operate heavy construction equipment safely and efficiently to support construction, excavation, grading, paving, lifting, and material handling activities while following project specifications and safety regulations. Common Duties & Responsibilities Operate heavy equipment such as: Excavators
Bulldozers
Loaders
Cranes
Backhoes
Graders
Forklifts
Rollers and compactors Read and follow site plans, grade stakes, and project instructions
Perform daily equipment inspections and basic maintenance
Identify and report mechanical or safety issues
Work closely with superintendents, laborers, and trade crews
Follow OSHA and company safety procedures
Maintain accurate work logs and equipment records
Assist with site preparation, trenching, lifting, grading, demolition, or paving operations
Ensure proper equipment setup and shutdown procedures Pepper Construction pays at union scale with union benefits.
Pepper Construction is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Please note: Pepper does not sponsor work visas.