Heavy Equipment Operator - Finish Grade

Heavy Equipment Operator Finish Grade

An established excavation and grading contractor in the Kansas City area is seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator to join their team. This is a great opportunity for a skilled operator who takes pride in precision work and wants to grow with a company that values professionalism, safety, and long-term employee success.

About the Role : We are looking for a dependable operator with strong finish grade abilities and experience working on excavation, grading, and site development projects. Candidates with Finish Grade Operator experience will be given top consideration. Foreman or supervisory experience is a plus and may lead to expanded leadership responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities :

• Operate heavy equipment such as dozers, graders, loaders, and excavators
• Perform high-quality finish grading to meet project specifications
• Assist with site preparation, excavation, backfilling, and grading
• Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized work environment
• Perform routine equipment inspections and basic maintenance
• Communicate effectively with crew members and supervisors
• Support field teams with various tasks as needed
• Provide guidance to laborers or operators if foreman experience is present

Qualifications :

Why Join Us? Steady, year-round work Competitive pay based on experience Strong company culture with long employee tenure Opportunities for advancement into lead or foreman roles

If you're an experienced operator who wants to be part of a respected excavation and grading team, we encourage you to apply today. This is an excellent long-term opportunity with a company that values its people and takes pride in delivering high-quality work. You can confidentially contact Mark Jeffree at mark.jeffree@gogpac.com with any questions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.