Heavy Equipment Operator (Dozer) at Absolute Group – Granger, Iowa
About This Position
We are looking for an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator. Operators are responsible for safely driving and operating commercial vehicles and equipment for infrastructure construction projects. Operators are also responsible for loading and unloading equipment and freight. Qualified candidates must be able to think critically and use good judgement in order to detect, minimize, and eliminate hazards on construction projects. This position must comply with safety and DOT regulations and is required to complete continuous training. Some infrastructure construction projects require in-state travel and overnight stays. A typical schedule is Monday-Friday but could vary based on project timelines. Saturday hours are occasional and based on demand.
Job Requirements: The ideal candidate will have minimum 5 years' experience operating GPS enabled dozer and other heavy equipment. Ability to grade jobsite to shed water and maintain proposed elevations. All candidates must have the ability to show up to work on time, possess a strong work ethic, show a willingness to learn, have a positive attitude and exhibit a thorough understanding of construction site safety.
About the Utility Division
Utility is a Division of Absolute Group that specializes in residential, commercial, and municipal infrastructure construction. The Utility Division provides full site development, including sanitary sewer, water main, storm sewer and grading and earthwork. The Utility Division also offers a variety of groundwork services like trucking and hauling, basement excavation and backfill, finish grading and directional drilling.
The Absolute Group prides itself in its company core values, and we like to think it’s one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest of the field. Our team is Driven, taking on each task with a “can-do” attitude and always putting our People First, whether that’s who we’re working with day-to-day or the employees that keep our company up and running. We’re nothing without our customers, our team, our families, even our competitors, and remembering this is key to keeping us Respectful and Humble in all that we do. We’re Determined to be Dependable, to be relied on, and we don’t stop until the job is done. And, of course, we’re thinkers. It’s our Fearless Forward-Thinking that saves us time and money and keeps us up with the times.
Hard Work Pays Off
When you work hard for us, we work hard for you. And that’s exactly why we offer our crews the most competitive benefits package the construction industry has to offer. As an Absolute Group employee, you will receive:
- Competitive pay
- Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
- 401(k) with company match
- Medical, Dental, Vision and Life insurance coverage
- Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness, Short-term and Long-term insurance coverages
- Family-focused environment
- Company-sponsored outings and events
Absolute Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply.