Heavy Equipment Operator - Demolition

Heavy Equipment Operator - Demolition

EnviroVantage

United States, Maine, Portland

Jun 05, 2025

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The Demolition Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining various types of heavy machinery, such as bulldozers, excavators, offroad haul trucks, and skid steers. This role involves performing tasks related to construction, excavation, and site preparation while ensuring safety and efficiency.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Safely and efficiently operate heavy equipment including bulldozers, excavators, offroad haul trucks, and skid steers.

Prepare construction site by digging trenches, leveling ground, and moving materials.

Load and unload materials such as soil, sand, gravel, and debris using machinery.

Adhere to all safety regulations and guidelines to prevent accidents and injuries on the job site.

Conduct pre-operation inspections to ensure equipment is in safe working condition and report any issues.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum of 10 years of experience in demolition

Experience in the construction and/or environmental remediation field required

OSHA 10 of higher construction training preferred

HAZWOPER 40

Forklift certification preferred

Experience operating hydraulic attachments

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Coordination: Ability to coordinate your actions with those of other workers on busy construction sites

Attendance: Ability to complete work projects on time and in an effective manner; regular and prompt attendance are an essential job function

Working Conditions: Ability to work outdoors in heat, cold, dust, rain, pollution and toxic atmospheres

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Ability to wear required PPE, including respirator, and participate in OSHA-required medical surveillance programs as necessary

Lifting: Ability to pick up construction debris and able to lift 50 lbs. regularly and heavier weights with the proper equipment

Climbing: Ability to climb temporary or permanent stairs and ladders

Regularly required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl

Ability to stand for extended periods of time, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and climb to perform work

Applicants must submit an application.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Committed to hiring protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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