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 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.

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