Heavy Equipment Operator - 100% Travel

Job Title: Heavy Equipment Operator  

Location: 100% Travel 

Salary Range: $25.00-$30.00 DOE  

Spriggs Excavation is recruiting for a full-time, 100% travel position. This role requires continuous travel to project sites across multiple states based on business needs and project schedules. Employees in this position should expect to be assigned to one location for an extended period—such as several months at a time—before transitioning to another project in a different state. For example, an assignment may begin in Texas, then move to Colorado, and later transition to New Mexico. Flexibility, adaptability, and a willingness to work wherever projects are located are essential requirements of this role.

At Spriggs Excavation, Inc., we don’t just dig the dirt—we redefine it. Our mission is to deliver top-notch results, safely, powered by our all-star team. With over 20 years of stellar performance, we’ve built a reputation for quality, reliability, and safety that’s anything but ordinary. Operating across the Rocky Mountains to the Midwest, we leverage cutting-edge technology and seasoned expertise in mass excavation, renewable energy, electrical substations, remediation, and residential projects. Having moved over two million cubic yards of dirt in a single project, we demonstrate our ability to tackle even the most demanding assignments. We take pride in our diverse culture and core values of Safety, Teamwork, Professionalism, Accountability, and Integrity, which we live every day. These values guide our work and help us continue delivering exceptional results. 

Heavy Equipment Operator 

Spriggs Excavation, Inc. has an excellent opportunity for an experienced operator to join our team of professionals. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in heavy equipment operation, be safety focused, motivated, and driven. We are offering a competitive salary based on experience, along with an outstanding benefits package. This is the perfect opportunity to build a career at a thriving construction firm. Spriggs Excavation values individuals with a positive attitude, a good work ethic and a desire to be part of a great team. 

Job Duties and Responsibilities 

Daily machine inspection, check fluids, wear parts, tires, glass, and general condition of the machinery assigned to use. Report issues and maintenance required immediately. 

SAFELY and productively operate machinery assigned. Adapt to changing environment including traffic, soil conditions and weather. 

Utilize GPS systems, read and understand grade stakes, hubs for grade control, and finishing. 

Manage materials efficiently whether excavating, loading, placing materials, grading, or installing utilities. 

Job Requirements 

Must be willing to labor and help the crew. 

3 years experience operating heavy earthmoving equipment (motor grader, scraper, dozer, excavator) 

1 year of industry specific related equipment operation experience.  

Ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees, clients, contractors, and vendors etc. 

Travel: 100% of the time. 

Offering: 

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance 

AFLAC Benefits 

Company Paid Short-term disability 

Vacation and Sick Leave 

Competitive Pay 

Matched Retirement 

GSA Per-Diem per working day-If sent out of town 

6 Paid Holidays 

Bonus Program 

Prior to your start date, we require successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check and drug test.