Overview
Callio Earthworks, a division of Pratt Home Builders, is seeking skilled heavy equipment operators experienced in site development and grade work. Qualified candidates must have 5+ years of experience operating dozers, excavators, motor graders, off-road dump trucks, etc. Experience constructing/grading new roads, building pads, and stormwater is a must. Experience laying sewer and utilities is a plus. Employment is year-round, long-term, stable, and local with 50+ hour weeks being the norm.
Salary: Competitive
Key Responsibilities
• Safely and skillfully operate dozers, excavators, motor graders, and off-road dump trucks.
• Adjust equipment settings and techniques for different soil conditions, slopes, and site specifications.
• Perform fine grading for building pads and roadways with a high level of accuracy.
• Prepare construction sites for home foundations, roads, and infrastructure per engineering plans.
• Create smooth, level surfaces that meet slope, elevation, and drainage requirements.
• Build and grade new access roads, subdivision streets, and building pads from the ground up.
• Compact materials and apply finishing techniques to ensure stable, long-lasting surfaces.
• Perform pre- and post-operation checks on all machinery.
• Identify and report mechanical issues or maintenance needs promptly to minimize downtime.
• Work closely with foremen, other equipment operators, and laborers to ensure efficient workflow.
• Follow detailed instructions and site plans while adapting to evolving job site conditions.
• Maintain a safe work environment by following OSHA guidelines and company-specific safety procedures.
• Operate machinery with full awareness of surroundings, underground lines, and personnel.
Qualifications
• Be proficient operating dozers, excavators, motor graders, etc.
• Be able to construct/grade new roads, building pads, and water retention ponds to within +/- 0.2’ of specified grade using traditional controls.
• Understand and interpret site plans and design/set grades to accomplish task off of staking and benchmarks
• Operate equipment efficiently to maintain production goals and with attention to surroundings
• Be goal-oriented and accountable with personnel management skills and attention to detail
• Be drug-free and remain drug-free during the duration of employment.
• Must E-verify with two valid forms of ID. Must pass a background check. (No Felonies)
• Tolerate working in dust, dirt, loud noise, rain, and hot or cold climates
• Be able to properly lift 50lbs. Must be able to sit/stand for long periods of time.
• Be willing to work 50+ hours per week including overtime and weekends.
• Keep all work areas clean and orderly, informing management promptly of any safety concerns. Must comply to all company policies, procedures, and guidelines
• Report directly to the supervisor or foreman in a timely manner and to worksite or meetings as directed
• Have a clean driving record with a valid state driver’s license (3-year MVR)
• Have a High school diploma/GED and/or Trade.
Benefits
We offer competitive wages, benefits, and advancement opportunities.
Work Schedule
50+ hour weeks
Apply for this Job
Ready to take the next step in your career? We’re always looking for dedicated, hard-working individuals to join our team. If one of our open roles sounds like the right fit for you, we’d love to hear from you. Please send a cover letter and your resume to hr@prattliving.com, and let’s start building something great together.
