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Heavy Equipment Operator

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Smoky Hill Construction

Salina, KS (In Person)

$47,840 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 7 weeks ago (Updated 5 weeks ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 5/27/2026

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Job Description

Smoky Hill, Construction has an
IMMEDIATE
opening for a Heavy Equipment Operator. Smoky Hill, LLC is a respected small business based in Salina, KS since 1971. Our firm offers expertise in all types of heavy construction and operates in central Kansas. Our mission is to empower our team to become successful craftsmen who take pride in building great projects, families, and communities. Smoky Hill, LLC has an Immediate Opening for a Heavy Equipment Operator . Depending on location of job and personal residence, employees may need to travel 5 days a week. Travel per diem may apply. Applicants with experience in heavy construction such as water and sewer pipelines and concrete paving are a plus. We are willing to train the right individual. If this sounds like the place for you, apply today! Heavy Equipment Operator Requirements 5+ years' experience operating excavator, loader, scraper, bulldozer, grader-type machinery Must meet basic work requirements including physical and operational duties Must be willing to travel Must be able to effectively read and comprehend information Must have excellent attendance Heavy Equipment Operator Job Description Responsible for operating equipment such as loaders, skid steer, tractors, etc. as well as excavator, loader, scraper, bulldozer, grader-type machinery Must be able and willing to perform labor and/or other work when not operating Must always put safety first and be aware of company safety policies Must be able to work efficiently with others Heavy Equipment Operator Benefits Smoky Hill Construction offers competitive pay with subsistence, health insurance, and retirement package. We are a drug free workplace; pre-employment drug screen and physical base line testing is required. We use Employment Eligibility Verification (E-Verify) to provide proof of employment eligibility. Smoky Hill Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, physical or mental disability, or age. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
Heavy Equipment Operator Wages & Benefits:
Competitive Wages, From $18.00 per hour Health insurance Retirement plan (after 2 years) Available PTO (8 days) Paid Holidays (2 days) Bad weather compensation (5 days)
Motel Allowance Travel Allowance Questions:
Contact Casey Thaxton (HR Manager) 785-825-1224.
Job Type:
Full-time Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$18.00 - $28.00 per hour People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Experience:
Heavy equipment operation: 5 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
Driver's License (Preferred) Willingness to travel: 75% (Preferred)
Work Location:
On the road

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