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Contento's
Demolition Team - Call for Laborers, Supervisors & Heavy Equipment Operators
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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.
$59,632 / year median in New York
+14% projected growth
Job Description
Contento's is hiring motivated, dependable Demolition Laborers, Demolition Supervisors, and Heavy Equipment Operators to support our expanding demolition projects across Central New York. These positions play a key role in project execution, site safety and efficient material handling within our industry-leading demolition and environmental services division.
Pay:
Laborers:
$18.00- $22.
Operators:
$24.00- $30.
Supervisors:
$26.00- $32.
- Hardworking, supportive, and professional team focused on success
- Be home after every shift—no out-of-town travel for extended periods
- Well-maintained equipment and modern demolition tools
- Full benefits package: Health insurance, 401(k), and employee assistance program
- Career advancement opportunities with paid training and certifications
Paid Holidays:
6 per year- 40 hours of paid sick time upon hire
- 40 hours of vacation after 1 year
- 50 hours of vacation after 2 years
- Additional vacation time with continued service
What You'll Do:
Demolition Laborers- Perform building and structural demolition tasks using hand tools and power tools
- Assist operators and supervisors with site preparation and debris removal
- Load, sort, and handle demolition materials
- Safely lift/move materials up to 75 lbs
- Wear company-issued PPE at all times
- Work outdoors in varying weather conditions Heavy Equipment Operators
- Safely operate excavators, skid steers, loaders, and specialized demolition equipment
- Perform structural separation, debris loading, and on-site material handling
- Conduct daily equipment inspections and communicate any maintenance needs
- Work closely with supervisors to complete tasks safely and efficiently Demolition Supervisors
- Lead and coordinate demolition crews on active job sites
- Ensure site safety, compliance, and documentation
- Communicate with project managers and dispatch
- Oversee equipment use, workflow, and daily productivity
- Train laborers and assist with equipment operations as needed What You Need to
Qualify:
Laborers- Prior construction or demolition experience preferred
- OSHA 10 Training (or willingness to obtain—company-provided training available)
- Telehandler and Aerial Lift Operating training preferred
- Asbestos Certification with up to date respirator fit test preferred
- Ability to work in physically demanding environments
- Strong work ethic and reliability Heavy Equipment Operators
- Prior construction or demolition experience preferred
- 1+ year of heavy equipment operating experience (excavators, loaders, skid steers, etc.)
- Asbestos Certification with up to date respirator fit test preferred
- Ability to work in physically demanding environments
OSHA 40 HAZWOPER
Training (or willingness to obtain—company-provided training available)- Telehandler and Aerial Lift Operating training preferred Supervisors
- 2+ years of demolition or construction leadership experience
- Asbestos Certification with up to date respirator fit test preferred
- Strong communication and crew-management skills
OSHA 40 HAZWOPER
Training (or willingness to obtain—company-provided training available)- Familiarity with Federal NYS labor laws, prevailing wage provisions and Microsoft office suite a plus
Job Details:
Full-time, 40-hour work weeks availableSchedule:
Day shift Monday to Friday Occasional weekend work may be requiredWork Location:
Report in person to 119 Pendleton Street, Cortland, NY 13045 to be deployed to various job sites in company vehiclesPay:
$18.00- $32.