Heavy Equipment Operators - Commercial - The Contractor Consultants
Chester, PA
About the Job
Master Heavy Machinery: Join Our Team as a Heavy Equipment Operator at Nick Falcone & Sons, Inc.!
Job Title: Heavy Equipment Operators - Commercial
Company Name: Nick Falcone & Sons, Inc
Salary: Competitive based in experience
Full Job Description
Nick Falcone & Sons, Inc., a distinguished construction company with a rich history since 1945, is seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment Operator. This role involves operating large-scale machinery to contribute to our ongoing commercial and municipal projects. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in maintaining our tradition of high-quality workmanship by efficiently handling big equipment and deep excavators at various construction sites
Who we are:
In West Philadelphia, in 1945, Nick Falcone Sr. began Nick Falcone & Sons by offering residential concrete, new development work, flat concrete & curb work. In 1960, Nick Falcone Jr. & his brother John Falcone expanded the business into heavy highway work & concrete roadway paving. In the late 1970's the company thrived on commercial, new residential developments & heavy highway work. The ownership then changed to the third generation of Falcone's in 1986. With continued success, the business expanded into municipal work & commercial site development. Currently, the fourth generation has already begun to hone their skills & knowledge in order to move towards the next set of leadership goals. Today, Nick Falcone & Sons is proud to employ a dedicated group of loyal & extremely knowledgeable staff to continue our decades long commitment to high quality workmanship.
- Safely operate heavy equipment, including large excavators, dozers, graders, and loaders, as required for commercial construction projects.
- Use GPS technology to navigate and operate equipment accurately, even in tight spaces and around utilities.
- Perform deep trench work, including the use of trench boxes and shoring, digging up to 20' deep depending on the project.
- Read and interpret grade and slope stakes and simple plans to ensure accurate operation of equipment.
- Perform daily safety and maintenance checks of machinery to ensure optimal operation.
- Coordinate with site supervisors to plan, organize, and execute activities related to earthmoving, site preparation, and material handling.
- Assist in the loading and transporting of materials and equipment to and from the job site.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and report any incidents or unsafe conditions to the site manager immediately.
- Manage and maintain logs of equipment use, maintenance, and repair.
- Proven experience operating large-scale heavy construction equipment, particularly big excavators and deep trench work.
- Valid operator's license and clean driving record.
- Strong understanding of construction operations and safety practices, with an emphasis on working safely around utilities and in tight spaces.
- Physical fitness to handle manual and machinery operations.
- Ability to work early mornings, weekends, and in varying weather conditions as project demands.
- Good communication skills and ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
- Knowledge of GPS-guided equipment is a must.
- High school diploma or equivalent; additional certification in heavy equipment operation preferred.
- OSHA 10 certification preferred.
- Commitment to safety, especially when team members are working in trenches.
- Paperless cloud-based payroll, with direct deposit & employee accessible app
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- 401k Plan (with weekly employer contributions)
- Medical Plan
- Dental Plan
- Vision Plan
- Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability (company funded)
- Career Development
- Monday to Friday 6:30a - 3:00p
- Saturday work is available
- 8-10 hour shift
- Overtime Potential
- Aston, PA, 19014 - Corporate Office (pick up and drop trucks off daily)
- Please note that project locations may include Delaware County, Chester County, Montgomery County & Bucks County