Heavy Equipment Operator (Amherst, NY; Buffalo, NY)

We are a family-owned company that values skilled, reliable workers who take pride in their craft. If you're looking for a stable career with growth opportunities, Woodstone Earth Construction is the right place for you! 

Position: Heavy Equipment Operator 
Company: Woodstone Earth Construction 
Schedule: Be willing to work 40 -55 hours during the summer, Monday-Friday 

Position Summary: 
Heavy Equipment Operators at Woodstone Earth Construction will operate and maintain various types of heavy machinery on commercial site work projects 

Pay Structure: 
Tier 1: Entry Level- Heavy Equipment Operators (0-2 years of experience) 
Pay Rate: $25-$30/hr 

Key Responsibilities 

• Follow safety protocols and maintain clean and organized workspaces 
• Work closely with the team and communicate effectively with supervisors 
• Willing to assist with general labor tasks when needed 

Qualifications: 

• Employability traits- consistently arrive on time/daily positive attitude/good work ethic/willingness to listen/aptitude to learn 
• Skill evaluation to take place onsite to set baseline of said discipline: Dozer/Skid loader/small excavator/loader/articulated haul truck 
• Willingness to listen and follow direction 
• Ability to work in a team environment 

Tier 2: Novice/Amateur Heavy Equipment Operator (3-9 years of experience) 
Pay Rate: $30-$35/hr 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Perform a 4 point live demo to take place on said discipline to evaluate skill and aptitude:  Excavator/Dozer/Loader/Haul Truck 
• Clear understanding of task required  
• Willingness to mentor and guide less experienced operators 
• Understanding of equipment and the basic maintenance of those items 

Qualifications: 

• Employability traits- consistently arrive on time/daily positive attitude/good work ethic/willingness to listen/aptitude to learn 
• Experience with GPS System 
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision 
• A high desire to produce a quality product constantly   
• Care given to equipment to maintain equipment longevity  
• Safety oriented mindset  

Tier 3:  Advanced Heavy Equipment Operator (10+ years of experience) 
Pay Rate: $35-$40/hr 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Perform a 5 point live demo to take place on said discipline to evaluate skill and aptitude:  Excavator/Dozer/Grader 
• Fluent with GPS Systems/can read civil plans 
• A high desire to produce a quality product consistently  
• Applying positive leadership skills to motivate the team. Both verbal and in action   
• Understanding a manager’s position of production, deadlines, owner, and client demands 

Qualifications: 

• Employability traits- consistently arrive on time/daily positive attitude/good work ethic/willingness to listen/aptitude to learn 
• Strong knowledge of GPS Systems 
• Ability to work independently  
• Care given to equipment to maintain equipment longevity  
• Safety oriented mindset