Equipment Operator

Bartow, FL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 13-10-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Forgen is dedicated to building a better future - for generations.

Location: Bartow FL

Position Summary

Operate and maintain heavy motorized equipment used in earth moving operations in a safe and efficient manner.

Forgen Overview

Forgen is a leading geotechnical and specialty civil construction company operating across North America. We are dedicated to delivering innovative solutions for complex civil geotechnical and environmental challenges guided by our core values of integrity passion teamwork and smart work.

Key Responsibilities

Participate in a drug-free workplace with a random drug testing program.
Responsible for driving a safety culture which promotes Incident and Injury Free Performance.
Operate heavy motorized equipment used in earth moving operations including but not limited to dozers scrapers loaders excavators compactors etc. and other equipment to support a variety of operations.
Excavation grading and compaction of land surfaces using heavy motorized construction equipment.
Excavate soil and other material from job sites into trucks for transportation to appropriate location for stockpiling or disposal.
Use hand-held mobile radio units to coordinate tasks and resources.
Read and comply with safety plans rules maintenance instructions training materials Safety Data Sheets (SDS) warning tags traffic signs and procedure manuals.
Abilities to work in challenging conditions and work independently or as part of a team.
Flexibility to work extended hours including evenings and weekends.
Perform additional assignments and special projects as directed

Basic Qualifications

High school diploma/GED or equivalent.
The following experience is required:
- Operator 1: 2 years of heavy equipment operation/maintenance experience.
- Operator 2: 5 years of heavy equipment operation/maintenance experience.
- Operator 3: 10 years of heavy equipment operation/maintenance experience.

Preferred Qualifications

The following safety training is preferred but not mandatory. Company will provide additional training as necessary.
- 40 Hour HAZWOPER training
- Competent Person Safety Training
- 8-Hour Supervisory Training
- 30-Hour OSHA Construction Safety Training
- First Aid and CPR

Physical Demands & Work Environment

This role requires lifting up to 50 pounds extended standing or walking on project sites climbing in and out of equipment and working in confined spaces or at heights. Work conditions and demands may vary with possible exposure to heavy machinery chemicals dust fumes noise and extreme weather. Proper PPE including protective eyewear gloves a hard hat and steel-toed boots is required. Effective communication tool use and adherence to safety protocols are essential.

This job description outlines the general scope of work and is not exhaustive. Employees may be assigned additional duties as needed. Requirements may be adjusted to accommodate disabilities except where they pose a direct safety risk.

Equal Opportunity

Forgen is an equal-opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination based on any legally protected status.

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Forgen is dedicated to building a better future - for generations.Location: Bartow FLPosition SummaryOperate and maintain heavy motorized equipment used in earth moving operations in a safe and efficient manner.Forgen OverviewForgen is a leading geotechnical and specialty civil construction company ...