Heavy Equipment Operator

This position is covered under the DavisBacon Act. Hourly pay and fringe benefits will follow the applicable wage determination for the project location. For this position the prevailing wage is $36.35 per hour plus $30.28 as cash fringe for each hour worked as outlined on the prevailing wage.

Why choose us

As a proud subsidiary of Calista Brice were part of a family of 20 companies tackling tough construction environmental and technical challenges. Working at a Calista Brice company means joining a team where cultural values and practical innovation come together to create meaningful impact. Youll experience the stability of a large organization while enjoying the tight-knit community and entrepreneurial spirit of a smaller company with opportunities to grow your career across our diverse family of businesses.

Calista Brice is owned by Calista Corporation an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC) established under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act of 1971. ANCs were created to support economic development and self-determination for Alaskas Indigenous peoples. Our work directly contributes to advancing the social cultural and economic welfare of over 35000 Alaska Natives in the Calista Region.

What does Brice Builders LLC do

Brice Builders specializes in Sustainment Restoration and Modernization (SRM) of military and medical facilities. Our talented teams tackle vertical and horizontal construction for telecom facilities commercial buildings disaster relief programs and more. With us youll build expertise in revitalizing essential structures and constructing modular buildings that serve communities nationwide. Youll develop specialized expertise that opens doors to advancement while working alongside mentors who are invested in your success.

Brice Builders is a proud subsidiary of Calista Brice a group of 20 companies delivering construction engineering and environmental solutions across the United States.

What can you expect

As the Heavy Equipment Operator you will work onsite in San Francisco CA and be expected to be proficient with the operations of all types of heavy construction equipment. You will drive maneuver and control the heavy machinery used to construct roads bridges buildings and other structures. The position will safely use machinery to move construction materials earth and other heavy materials at construction sites with minimal direct supervision. Commitment to workplace safety is a must. This position will also perform general laborer duties when not operating equipment.

How will you do it

• Drive and maneuver all types of heavy construction equipment.
• Operate heavy equipment in a safe and effective manner.
• Cut and maintain slope or grade as called out in project plans.
• Follow project plans and instructions by the Forman and Superintendent.
• Take actions to avoid potential hazards and obstructions such as other equipment other workers and falling objects.
• Load and haul all types of construction machinery including tanks and skids.
• Account and report daily activity and maintain accurate and complete work records.
• Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
• Communicate well over the phone and or radio.
• Comply with all safety requirements and participate in safety meetings.
• Stay focused and complete tasks safely and efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Perform routine inspection and preventative maintenance on assigned equipment and refer defects or repairs to the supervisor.
• Ensure company equipment is stored in a safe manner.
• Coordinate machine actions with crew members using hand or audio signals.
• Perform general construction labor tasks including site preparation and cleanup material handling assisting skilled trades using hand and power tools and maintaining a safe compliant work environment as needed when not operating equipment.
• Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
• Perform other duties as directed.

Supervisory Functions:

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities:

• All around knowledge of materials terms and practices in the construction field.
• Knowledge of machines and tools including their uses repair and maintenance and practical applications.
• Follow and comply with all site equipment signs and traffic regulations laid out by project management.
• Experience with reading plans and understanding tasks at hand.
• Ability to operate all construction heavy power equipment. Specifically grader dozer with ripper excavator and rubber tire loader.
• Experience in all aspects of construction equipment and be experienced in civil and heavy civil construction specifically earthworks.
• Works well in group problem solving situations.
• Ability to participate in group meetings take direction from supervisor(s) and other crew members high degree of attention to detail follow work rules and adhere to project schedule.
• Ability to actively listen and follow instructions.
• Ability to work productively under pressure and to pay attention to the details of a project or task.
• Strong self-motivation and work ethic; ability to work with or without direct supervision.
• Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Ability to adapt to change in the workplace.
• Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule sometimes including weekends and holidays.

Who is Brice Builders looking for

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Five (5) years experience as a Heavy Equipment Operator.
• Valid state drivers license (if applicable) and must be qualified to operate a vehicle under the conditions of Companys Driving Policy.
• Ability to pass drug driving (if applicable) and background screening.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous underground utility experience preferred.
• Previous experience with GPS system operation on heavy equipment preferred.

Working Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Brice Builders LLC has a fast-paced multi-tasking environment requiring a high degree of efficient and effective performance. At times work is performed outside of the office at indoor and outdoor job sites. Adaptability regarding schedule and design changes and overtime for immediate field support or bid processing may be necessary.

More reasons you will love working with Brice Builders:

• Health insurance through the Federal Employee Benefit Program (FEHB) with many plans to choose from with ridiculously low employee premiums. *Eligible if expected to work 130 hours per month or more for at least 90 days
• Dental and Vision Insurance. *Eligible first of month after completing 60 days of employment with an average hours of 30 or more/week
• FSA health care and/or dependent care/HSA with HDHP.
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.
• 401(K) match at $0.50 on the dollar up to 6% of your contribution once you have worked 6 months or worked 1000 hours of service whichever occurs first.

*Benefits may vary based on status of position and subject to associated plan eligibility provisions or company handbook. For questions please email the Human Resources Department at

How do you apply

Please visit our careers page at and select Brice Builders under the company tab.

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As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer we believe in each persons potential and well help you reach yours.

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PREFERENCE STATEMENT
Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g).

EEO STATEMENT
Additionally it is our policy to select place train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality attitude and experience so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local state and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race color religion/creed sex national origin age disability marital status veteran status pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity citizenship genetic information or other protected status. When applicable our policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment including but not limited to recruiting hiring training transfer promotion placement layoff compensation termination reduction in force and benefits.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
It is Calista and Subsidiaries business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations according to applicable state and federal laws to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.

The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties responsibilities and requirements.

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.