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We are seeking experienced Heavy Equipment Operators to join our construction teams in Hyde Park, NY and Poughkeepsie, NY. If you're dependable, safety-focused, and ready to work on high-impact construction projects, we want to hear from you. Key Responsibilities: • Operate excavators, bulldozers, backhoes, loaders, and other heavy machinery on active construction sites., • Follow project plans, site layouts, and supervisor instructions., • Perform routine inspections and basic maintenance on equipment., • Comply with all safety protocols and procedures., • Coordinate with site teams to ensure timely and efficient project execution., • Perform land clearing, excavation, grading, trenching, backfilling, and soil compaction., • Assist with the installation of underground utilities (water, sewer, drainage, electrical)., • Load, unload, and stage construction materials; operate hand tools and small equipment., • Support equipment operators and site crews as needed., • Maintain a clean and organized worksite., • Follow OSHA and company safety standards, including proper use of PPE. Qualifications for Heavy Equipment Operators: • Minimum of 4 years of experience operating heavy construction equipment., • OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification required., • Knowledge of site safety, excavation standards, and operational procedures., • Ability to read site plans and work well within a team environment., • Valid certifications for equipment operation (preferred)., • CDL a plus, but not required., • Must have reliable transportation. Qualifications for Construction Site Laborers: • Previous construction or site work experience required., • Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work in outdoor conditions., • Reliable, punctual, and able to take direction from supervisors., • Safety-minded with a willingness to work as part of a team. We Offer: • Competitive hourly pay based on experience., • Steady, full-time work with opportunities for overtime., • Work on large-scale and high-visibility projects., • A strong, safety-first team culture.