Heavy Equipment Operator

Job overview

The Heavy Equipment Operator role is an onsite, full-time position in Sioux Falls, SD, paying $18–$35 per hour based on experience. Lidel Construction hires for underground utility installation and mass excavation work in the Sioux Falls area. The operator supports construction crews by operating heavy equipment and performing varied onsite work, including work related to pipe laying and excavation. The role emphasizes safe equipment use, equipment maintenance awareness, and reliable teamwork; experience is preferred, but training may be available for the right candidate.

What you'll do

• Operate heavy equipment for underground utility installation and mass excavation
• perform a variety of onsite duties as needed
• understand equipment and maintenance procedures
• follow safety requirements
• work reliably as part of a team. Pipe laying and truck driving are also mentioned as hiring needs, not necessarily duties of this operator role.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

heavy equipment operator

sioux falls sd

lidel construction

full-time

onsite

$18–$35/hr

underground utilities

mass excavation

equipment operation

safety

gps experience a plus

local work

overtime available

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health, dental, and vision insurance with company contribution
• paid holidays and sick leave
• CDL bonus incentive
• 401(k) with company match
• paid education and training
• safety training
• PPE and work-boot reimbursement.

Why this role

Experience is preferred, but the employer is willing to train candidates eager to learn. GPS machine experience is a plus. Most work is local to Sioux Falls, with employees home each night; overtime is available.

About the employer

Lidel Construction is hiring for this role. Industry: Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction. Sector: 23.