Equipment Operator - Construction (Travel Required)
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Before you apply
Salary$24 – $38/hr
LocationKansas City, MO; Little Rock, AR; Omaha, NE; Des Moines, IA; Springfield, MO
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
Experience10+ yrs
Company size26+ people
PostedOct 23, 2026 · 1w ago
Verified live1d ago
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10+ years’ experience operating construction equipment, including: excavators, loaders, graders, scrapers, skid loaders, and rollers
Must be able to communicate clearly with Superintendents, Equipment Operators, Laborers and all other personnel on site
Must be able to read and understand construction drawings
Listen to and understand information and direction verbally
Listen to and understand information and direction in writing
Knowledge of use of power and hand tools, materials, and equipment used on construction sites
Knowledge of excavation and backfilling methods, practices and procedures
Knowledge of safety practices and procedures specific to labor work, including OSHA standards
Demonstrate willingness to take on job challenges
Demonstrate energy and stamina to accomplish work tasks
Demonstrate reliability, responsibility, and dependability
Demonstrate careful attention to detail and thoroughness
Ability to work with crew members
Valid driver’s license
Commercial Driver’s License is preferred, but not required
Must be able to pass a drug screen and back ground check in compliance with federal regulation
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Paid time off
Holiday pay
401(k)
Life insurance
Flexible spending account
Health savings account
Mental health support
Short term disability
Long term disability
Tuition reimbursement
About the company
ABOUT THE TEPA COMPANIES
Established in 2005 and owned by the Paskenta Band of Nomlaki Indians, The Tepa Companies deliver comprehensive and sustainable solutions to federal, state, local, and private-sector clients throughout the United States. The tribally owned companies work independently and collaboratively to provide wide-ranging construction, engineering, environmental, industrial, staffing, and technology services.
When you join Tepa Companies, you have the opportunity to expand your entrepreneurial skill set while growing professionally alongside the best in the industry. You will have the opportunity to impact your team, the organization as a whole, and subsequently, our Tribe.
We seek out top talent to provide the best services for our clients. We focus on being a responsible company for our employees and their families by creating a culture that reflects our core values and offering competitive pay and benefits package. Our benefits package includes comprehensive medical, dental, vision, generous paid time off and holidays, 401(k) plan with company match, life insurance, flexible spending and health savings account, mental health support and resources, short and long-term disability, and tuition reimbursement.
About the role
LOCATION: This is a traveling position in support of our Midwest Region. You may be assigned to work at various project sites in the region as business needs require.
Pay range: $24.42 - $37.89 per hour + per diem for travelers 95+ miles from the job site.
ABOUT THE JOB
The Tepa Companies are seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to perform various equipment operating activities on a construction site.
Responsibilities
Equipment Operator:
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Operates various construction equipment safely and efficiently, including: excavators, loaders, graders, scrapers, skid loaders, and rollers.
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Performs daily equipment inspection and maintenance requirements with proper documentation in compliance with company policies.
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Offloads or load outs construction materials and/or debris.
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Reads and interprets surveying staking pertaining to grade control and utilities.
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Interacts with geotechnical engineer and interpret testing results.
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Performs other duties associated with the operation and maintenance of equipment.
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Identifies and operates hand and power tools of all types: air hammers, earth tampers, cement mixers, small mechanical hoists, saws, power drills, surveying and measuring equipment, and a variety of other equipment and instruments.
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Cleans and prepares construction sites to eliminate possible hazards, including rubble and debris.
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Reads and interprets plans, instructions, and specifications.
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Controls passing traffic.
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Signals Equipment Operators to facilitate alignment, movement, and adjustment of equipment.
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Identifies and follows safe working procedures.
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Identifies and stops unsafe work practices that present imminent danger to others.
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Performs other physical labor and responsibilities as assigned, including: digs ditches and trenches, backfills excavations, seals structural components, measures and records areas, unloads and identifies materials, assembles and erects equipment including scaffolding, pours concrete, and sets braces to support the sides of excavations.
Requirements
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
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10+ years’ experience operating construction equipment, including: excavators, loaders, graders, scrapers, skid loaders, and rollers
•
Must be able to communicate clearly with Superintendents, Equipment Operators, Laborers and all other personnel on site
•
Must be able to read and understand construction drawings
•
Listen to and understand information and direction verbally
•
Listen to and understand information and direction in writing
•
Knowledge of use of power and hand tools, materials, and equipment used on construction sites
•
Knowledge of excavation and backfilling methods, practices and procedures
•
Knowledge of safety practices and procedures specific to labor work, including OSHA standards
•
Demonstrate willingness to take on job challenges
•
Demonstrate energy and stamina to accomplish work tasks
•
Demonstrate reliability, responsibility, and dependability
•
Demonstrate careful attention to detail and thoroughness
•
Ability to work with crew members
•
Valid driver’s license. Commercial Driver’s License is preferred, but not required
•
Must be able to pass a drug screen and back ground check in compliance with federal regulation
Legal
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled