Heavy Construction Equipment Operator

Blue World Construction•Houston, TX

8h•Onsite

About The Position

HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR – UNDERGROUND UTILITIES & REMEDIATION (Travel Required) Location: Houston, TX (Travel throughout TX and other states required) Compensation: Hourly rate commiserate with past experience + Paid Travel + Per Diem + Company-Paid Lodging (unless employee has their own RV they prefer to use – reimbursement available there) ABOUT BLUE WORLD Blue World Construction (www.bluwrld.com) specializes in complex civil and environmental construction projects across the United States. Our work includes major remediation sites, large-scale site grading, industrial plant expansions, pumping systems, and pipeline installation. We are not a production dirt crew — we perform technical, safety-driven work on high-profile projects where precision and professionalism matter. If you’re a skilled operator who wants to work on challenging projects with a company that values safety, quality, and long-term growth, we want to talk to you. IMPORTANT – TRAVEL REQUIREMENT This position is Houston-based but requires travel , often in rotations up to 3 weeks at a time. Blue World pays for: Travel time Airfare (when required) Lodging (hotel/Airbnb/VRBO) Daily per diem If you are not willing to travel, this is not the right position for you. WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR We are seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator with strong underground utility and pipeline experience who can operate efficiently in varying soil conditions and active construction environments. You must be comfortable operating: Hydraulic excavators (mini to 80,000 lb class) Dozers Loaders Experience with: Trench excavation and trench boxes Utility installation (C900PVC, HDPE, DIP, etc.) Cut/fill and grade control Working around crews safely and efficiently This is a working operator role. You will be expected to get off the machine and assist with: Pipe installation (above and below ground) Site prep and clearing Basic rigging HDPE fusion (preferred) Minor carpentry or welding tasks General field construction duties We hire team-oriented field professionals — not seat-only operators. WHO THIS IS NOT FOR This position is not ideal for: Operators who only want to stay in the cab Candidates unwilling to travel Individuals who struggle working in structured, safety-focused environments WHAT WE OFFER Competitive hourly pay based on experience Paid travel time and expenses Per diem Company-paid lodging Medical benefits Growth opportunities into Lead Operator or Foreman roles Stable pipeline of complex work across multiple states TYPICAL HOURS/SCHEDULE: 7am-4pm Monday-Friday Overtime is available – please understand there is no guarantee of OT BENEFITS: waiting period in accordance with the Corporate Employee Handbook; only full-time employees are eligible 401(k) Dental Insurance Health Insurance Paid time off and sick time Vision Insurance Blue World Construction is committed to our employees’ health and safety, and to making sure they are taken care of week in and week out. If you feel like you would make a valuable addition to our team, do not hesitate to apply!

Requirements

5+ years heavy civil construction experience
Proven underground utility or pipeline installation experience
Valid driver’s license
Strong safety record
Willingness to travel
Physically capable of performing labor tasks when required
Hydraulic excavators (mini to 80,000 lb class)
Dozers
Loaders
Trench excavation and trench boxes
Utility installation (C900PVC, HDPE, DIP, etc.)
Cut/fill and grade control
Working around crews safely and efficiently

Nice To Haves

Current Training Certificates: OSHA 30, OSHA 40, HAZWOPER (29 CFR 1910.120), HDPE fusion certification, Rigging certification, Welding experience
Ability to carry grade consistently
Experience in environmental or remediation sites
Ability to lead small crews when needed
Strong communication and documentation skills
Professional attitude on multi-state projects