Job Description

Heavy Equipment Operator - Build a Career with a Company that Puts People First

Location:

Piedmont-Triad (may require travel to other states)

Job Type:

Full-time



Are you an experienced

Heavy Equipment Operator

looking for more than just a job? Join

Sargent

, an award-winning, employee-owned construction company where people build lifelong careers.


We're currently hiring operators for projects in the

Piedmont-Triad/Mid-Atlantic region

, including landfills, airports, and commercial site development.

What You'll Do

Operate various heavy equipment, including:


Excavators Dozers Backhoes Loaders Graders Rollers Skid steers Tractors

Key Responsibilities:

Read and interpret grade stakes, elevations, and site plans Excavate, move, and grade earth, and install structures Communicate effectively with supervisors and teammates Maintain safety, quality, and production standards Perform general labor duties when required Represent Sargent professionally and uphold our Core Values

What We're Looking For

Minimum Requirements:

High school diploma or GED 3+ years of construction/heavy equipment experience (preferred) Valid driver's license Ability and willingness to travel (~75%)

Key Skills & Attributes:

Proficiency operating heavy machinery Ability to judge slopes, distances, and elevations accurately Strong communication and listening skills Capacity to work outdoors in all weather conditions Physical ability to lift 50 lbs, climb ladders, crawl, stoop, and use hand tools Visual and auditory ability appropriate for a construction site

Why Sargent?

We offer a

comprehensive pay and benefits package

that reflects our commitment to our employees:

Competitive wages

based on experience

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

- you become a part-owner

401(k) with employer match

and

profit sharing

Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

with company contributions

Paid time off and holiday pay

Wellness program

with incentives

Travel expenses paid

- lodging, mileage, and per diem

Referral bonuses

and more

Schedule

10-hour shifts Monday to Friday with some overtime

About Us

Sargent is an employee-owned earthwork construction company founded in 1926 in Alton, Maine. Today, with nearly 100 years of experience and a workforce of

about 570 team members

, we operate across

seven states

. Our specialties include commercial, industrial, and institutional site preparation, utility installation, landfill construction, and airport infrastructure.

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We are an

Equal Opportunity Employer

, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.