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Heavy Civil Equipment OperatorDeschutes Construction • Powell Butte, Oregon, United States
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Heavy Civil Equipment Operator

Heavy Civil Equipment Operator

Deschutes Construction • Powell Butte, Oregon, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Heavy Civil Equipment Operator

Job Overview

  • Company: Deschutes Construction.

  • Salary/Pay Rate: $35–$40 per hour or local prevailing wage when applicable

  • Location: Redmond, OR.

  • Job/Employment Type: Full Time.

  • Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8–10 hour shifts, with overtime and occasional weekend work as needed

  • Project Scope: Commercial, Industrial, and Government Civil Sitework.

The Opportunity

Deschutes Construction (DCC) is hiring a Heavy Civil Equipment Operator to support commercial, industrial, and civil sitework projects throughout Central Oregon. This role works under the direction of the Foreman and is ideal for someone who values safety, teamwork, and pride in quality work.

How You Will Make an Impact

  • Operate heavy equipment including excavators, bulldozers, loaders, skid steers, mini excavators, and rollers

  • Perform heavy civil and sitework tasks including excavation, grading, trenching, backfilling, and site preparation

  • Work safely around trenches, underground utilities, and active construction zones

  • Follow project plans, grade stakes, and GPS systems to complete work accurately

  • Conduct routine equipment inspections and basic maintenance

  • Support the Foreman and crew in meeting daily production goals safely and efficiently

  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-focused jobsite

Required Qualifications & Experience

  • At least 1 year of experience operating heavy equipment in construction

  • Experience working on civil, sitework, or excavation projects preferred

  • Basic ability to read plans and drawings

  • Familiarity with trench safety and safe equipment operation

  • Experience working with or around GPS machine control systems preferred

  • Valid driver’s license required

  • Ability to commute to or relocate to Redmond, OR

  • Strong work ethic, teamwork, and commitment to safety

Compensation & Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance

  • 401(k) with 100% employer match up to 4%

  • Paid time off

  • Overtime opportunities

  • Career growth with a family-owned company that values its people

Why Join DCC

At DCC, you’re more than just an employee — you’re part of a team that takes pride in doing the work right and building projects that matter.

About Us

Deschutes Construction is a family-owned leader in civil and industrial sitework, known for treating our team with genuine respect and kindness. We foster a supportive environment where hard work is rewarded and professional growth is encouraged through ongoing training.

Learn more at www.dccoregon.com.

Deschutes Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.

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