Operating Engineer

With offices in Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, and Ohio, Pepper Construction is a national general contracting and construction management firm that primarily serves the private sector. Pepper Construction provides clients the experience and resources of a national company, combined with the hands-on approach of a local company.

Operate heavy construction equipment safely and efficiently to support construction, excavation, grading, paving, lifting, and material handling activities while following project specifications and safety regulations.

Common Duties & Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment such as:
  
  
  
  • Excavators
  • Bulldozers
  • Loaders
  • Cranes
  • Backhoes
  • Graders
  • Forklifts
  • Rollers and compactors
  
  
  
  
• Read and follow site plans, grade stakes, and project instructions
• Perform daily equipment inspections and basic maintenance
• Identify and report mechanical or safety issues
• Work closely with superintendents, laborers, and trade crews
• Follow OSHA and company safety procedures
• Maintain accurate work logs and equipment records
• Assist with site preparation, trenching, lifting, grading, demolition, or paving operations
• Ensure proper equipment setup and shutdown procedures