Heavy Equipment Operator in Platteville, Colorado at Consolidated Resource, LLC

Date posted: May 4, 2026

Pay: $24.00 - $36.00 per hour

Job description:

This position serves as a qualified equipment operator and is used to support a wide variety of tasks in our day to day. operations. Job duties will vary considerably from day to day as this is a very diverse position.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

This role will be responsible for but not limited to the following:

· Work safely in potentially hazardous environments

· Participate in daily safety meetings and duties

· Offer labor support to crews when equipment operating is not the primary task at hand.

· Lift/Carry heavy objects up to 50#

· Proficiently use hand and power tools

· General construction and excavation skills

· Shows competency and ability to operate various pieces of heavy equipment.

• Earth moving equipment. Backhoe, skid steer, excavators, loaders, dozers, motor grader, trencher, compaction equipment
• Forklifts
• Arial lifts
• Ability to perform general maintenance and inspections of the equipment they will be operating.

· Comprehend project plans and documents.

· layout excavation construction zones

· Participate in daily JSA meetings.

· assist in daily inspection of safety equipment.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

This position is not a supervisory role but will remain accountable to help ensure all co-workers are working in a manner that is conducive to the safety of everyone around. This position will report directly to their respective supervisor.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position will be faced with varying working conditions. Inclement and/or extreme weather may be a factor as well as other unforeseen conditions. The potential for long hours and varying shifts may also exist.

QUALIFICATIONS

· Must pass pre-employment drug and alcohol screening

· Must be able to come to work promptly, regularly, and on-time

· Able to follow instruction and carry out duties while unsupervised

· Work proficiently with tools and equipment

· Willing to work well with others and maintain a positive attitude and strong work ethic

· Capable of openly communicating ideas and problems

· Valid driver’s license is required

CDL is preferred but not required

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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