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Job Title: Heavy Equipment Operator – Highway/Heavy Construction
Location:   Joe Riley Construction
Job Type: Full Time- Seasonal
Start Date: Immediate
Compensation: Competitive wages + Benefits $31-$67 hourly

Job Summary:
We are seeking skilled and reliable Heavy Equipment Operators with experience in highway and heavy construction. Join a team working on large-scale infrastructure projects including road building, grading, excavation, and utility installation.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Safely operate heavy equipment such as dozers, excavators, graders, loaders, etc.

  • Perform grading, trenching, backfilling, and site prep to spec

  • Work around active job sites, traffic, and utility lines with care and awareness

  • Conduct daily equipment inspections and basic maintenance

  • Collaborate with foremen and crew to ensure project efficiency and quality

Qualifications:

  • 2+ years of experience operating heavy equipment in highway or heavy civil construction

  • Familiarity with DOT regulations, work zone safety, and construction plans

  • Reliable transportation and strong work ethic

  • Ability to work outdoors in varying conditions and lift up to 50 lbs

  • Strong work ethic, punctuality, and team attitude

                                     Apply Today!

         Qualified candidates will be contacted promptly.

JOIN OUR TEAM

Hiring Truck Drivers

We are seeking a reliable Highway Heavy Truck Driver to transport materials to and from construction and paving job sites. This position involves hauling hot mix asphalt for paving projects, as well as gravel, aggregate, and other construction materials using heavy trucks and trailers. Drivers will safely load, transport, and unload materials while following all DOT regulations, company safety policies, and project schedules.

Advantages of joining our team:

  • Family owned and operated

  • Up to date equipment

  • Seasonal schedule April-November

  • Competitive wages and opportunities to grow your career $29-$58 hourly

  • Home daily

Requirements:

  • Valid class A CDL driver’s license

  • Regular and consistent attendance

  • Must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test

Responsibilities:

  • Preform daily inspection of truck

  • Operates vehicle using safe and courteous driving techniques

  • Obey all traffic regulations

  • Comply with company safety program

The ideal candidate will have experience operating heavy trucks in construction environments, maintain equipment in good working condition through routine inspections, and work closely with dispatch and crew members to ensure timely delivery of materials to job sites.


Apply Online Below or Stop by for an Application

HIRING CONSTRUCTION LABORERS

Joe Riley Construction is looking for hard-working laborers to join our road construction team.

What we’re looking for:

  • Strong work ethic and reliability

  • Ability to work outdoors in all conditions

  • Willingness to learn and assist with various tasks on site

  • Experience in road construction highly valued

What we offer:

  • Seasonal full-time work

  • Competitive pay $26-$58 hourly

  • Opportunity to grow in the construction field

  • Generous benefits package

APPLY TODAY

Qualified candidates will be contacted promptly

If interested please fill out application below

HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

Click the button below to download a job application.

Fill it out and email to: rlange@jcrileyconstruction.com

Or you may fax it to 320-585-8280

Or you can mail it to us at:
20794 U.S. Highway 59, Morris, MN 56267.

Joe Riley Construction accepts applications throughout the entire construction season. Applications are kept on file until December and are reviewed periodically as positions become available.

Joe Riley Construction is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

QUALIFIED WOMEN, MINORITIES, VETERANS AND DISABLED APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY