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Heavy Equipment Operator Sparks, NV

Sundt Construction


Job Location:

Sparks, NV - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 11 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 8 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

Job Summary

Safely operates a variety of heavy equipment not limited to; backhoes excavators dozers loaders graders haul trucks dump trucks water trucks. Will be responsible for preventative maintenance and pre-shift walk around of the assigned equipment to assure safe operation.

Key Responsibilities

  1. Maintain positive working relationships with all members of the crew.
  2. Produce high quality work safely and productively at all times.
  3. Provide feedback to ensure all materials tools equipment and information is available for the work.
  4. Look for opportunities for improvement in all tasks means and methods regarding the work and be willing to learn from others.
  5. Continually seek opportunities to share knowledge and teach others.
  6. High proficiency in all related equipment preventative maintenance.
  7. Inspect subordinates work ensure accuracy and compliance with plans and specifications explain deficiencies and take any necessary corrective action.
  8. Eliminate WASTE such as waiting rework transporting material storage and time.

Minimum Job Requirements

  1. Must have a minimum of three years (level I) four years (level II) five years (level III) and six plus years experience in the industrial/commercial construction industry and have an in-depth understanding of the operation of various types of heavy construction equipment.
  2. Must be able to read and understand drawings specifications safety and quality standards and effectively utilize all trade tools and equipment relevant to the work.
  3. Possess effective verbal and written communication skills.

Note: Job Description is subject to change at any time and may include other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

  1. Work up to a 12 hour shift doing hard physical work in varying temperatures and outside conditions.
  2. Will climb and maintain balance on steel/wood framework stairs ladders and scaffolds.
  3. Will lift push or pull objects up to 50lbs. on an occasional basis.
  4. Required to use hands to grasp lift handle carry or feel objects on a frequent basis.
  5. Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures.
  6. May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis.
  7. May stoop kneel or bend on an occasional basis.
  8. Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to; steel toed shoes gloves safety glasses hearing protection hardhat vest etc.)
  9. Move in and around confined cluttered and uneven areas.

Safety Level

Safety-Sensitive

Note: Jobs with the Safety-Sensitive designation are those that include tasks or duties that the employer reasonably believes could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or others such as operating a vehicle operating equipment operating machinery or power tools repairing/maintaining the operation of any vehicle/equipment the handling/disposal/transport of hazardous materials or the handling/treatment/disposal of potentially flammable/combustible materials.

As a 100% employee-owned contractor when you work at Sundt youre not just hiring on at a company youre joining a culture. Because everyone at Sundt is part owner youll join a team of people who are deeply invested in their work. From apprentices to managers were passionate about the details and deliberate in everything we do.

At Sundt we focus on building long-term prosperity for our clients communities and employee-owners. We offer competitive pay industry-leading benefits including a 401k and employee stock ownership plan incentive programs for craft and administrative employees as well as training that focuses on your personal and professional growth. Were driven by skill grit and purpose. Join us as we strive to be the most skilled builder in America.

Benefits:
Market Competitive Salary (paid weekly)
Employee Stock Ownership Plan & 401K
Industry Leading Health Coverage Starting after 60 days of continuous employment
Sick Leave and Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical Health Savings and Wellness credits
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee Assistance Program
Workplace Wellness Programs
Mental Health Program
Life and Disability Insurance
Employee-Owner Perks
Educational Assistance
Sundt Foundation - Charitable Employee-Owners program




About Company

As a 100% employee-owned contractor, when you work at Sundt, you’re not just hiring on at a company, you’re joining a culture. Because everyone at Sundt is part owner, you’ll join a team of people who are deeply invested in their work. From apprentices to managers, we’re passionate ab ... View more

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