Field Operator - Heavy Machine Operator
groundworks operations
📍 austin texas united states🕐 1mo ago🔗 workday
Job Description
**Ready to build your future?** We're Groundworks, North America's leading foundation repair and water management specialist. We're more than a company - we're a team driven by purpose. As a **Top Workplace,** we're looking for top talent to fuel our **mission: to protect, repair, and improve our customers’ greatest asset – their home.**
**But what makes us a great place to work?** Here, you'll find real career growth, comprehensive and affordable benefits, a culture that values hard work and innovation, and **company ownership equity.** Whether you’re starting your career or looking for your next big move, we offer hands-on training, advancement opportunities, and the chance to make a real impact every day.
Join us and lay the foundation for your success. **Apply today!**
The Field Operator travels to residential and commercial job sites to operate specialized injection equipment that delivers proprietary soil stabilizing solutions. You’ll play a key role in improving ground strength and drainage by following site plans, monitoring equipment performance, and ensuring accurate application. This position requires strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety and teamwork. The Field Operator interacts with site supervisors, customers, and inspectors while maintaining a clean and professional work environment. The ability to safely transport heavy equipment using a truck and trailer combination is essential, and a CDL-A is preferred.
**Duties and Responsibilities**
* Travel to residential and commercial job sites to operate specialized equipment for soil stabilization.
* Inject proprietary soil stabilizing solution into targeted areas to improve ground strength and drainage.
* Monitor equipment performance and adjust settings to ensure accurate and efficient application.
* Conduct pre-operation checks and routine maintenance on injection equipment to ensure safe and reliable operation.
* Follow site plans and instructions to ensure proper placement and depth of soil treatment.
* Communicate with site supervisors and team members to coordinate daily tasks and ensure project timelines are met.
* Document work performed, including treatment areas, solution volumes, and equipment usage.
* Identify and report any site or equipment issues that may impact safety or performance.
* Adhere to all safety protocols and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.
* Maintain a clean and organized work area, both on-site and in company vehicles.
* Represent the company professionally while interacting with customers, inspectors, and other stakeholders.
* Support other field operations as needed, including setup, cleanup, and material handling.
* Working on a high-performance team serving customers in our local area. You’ll be traveling around the area and working at job sites
* Safely transport heavy equipment using a truck and trailer combination
* Demonstrates a strong commitment to team success, consistently going above and beyond to achieve shared goals.
* Exhibits attentive listening skills and adheres closely to instructions, ensuring tasks are completed accurately and efficiently.
* Maintains a resilient work ethic and embraces daily challenges, understanding that consistent effort leads to meaningful results.
* It is an essential function of this job that the employee regularly and reliably reports to work on time each working day.
* Perform other duties as necessary or assigned.
**Qualifications**
* Experience operating specialized equipment (Skid Steer, Forklift, Tractor, etc.) in construction, landscaping, or soil stabilization.
* Ability to travel to residential and commercial job sites throughout the local area.
* Familiarity with soil injection techniques and ground improvement methods is a plus.
* Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to perform routine equipment maintenance.
* Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions and terrain.
* Excellent communication skills for coordinating with site supervisors and team members.
* Ability to follow detailed site plans and instructions with precision.
* Commitment to safety protocols and proper use of PPE.
* Reliable transportation and punctual attendance are essential.
* Ability to lift and transport heavy materials and equipment.
* Willingness to support other field operations including setup, cleanup, and material handling.
* Professional demeanor when interacting with customers, inspectors, and stakeholders.
* CDL-A preferred for transporting heavy equipment using truck and trailer combinations.
* Demonstrates strong work ethic, resilience, and dedication to team success.
* Attentive instructions and detail-oriented task execution.
* Must be able to regularly and reliably report to work on time.
* Valid driver's license required
**Working Conditions**
* The position lifts heavy objects and/or up to 50 lbs., walks and stands for long periods of time and performs strenuous physical labor.
* The employee lifts, pushes, pulls or carries objects; uses abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue; and effectively lifts and carries heavy loads.
* The position requires good manual dexterity (hand, hand and arm, two hands) and multi-limb coordination. It also requires the ability to quickly move arms and legs.
* The employee must have excellent stamina.
* Sight & the ability to read reports, data, statistics and information on computer screens are required.
**What We Provide**
* Competitive Pay
* Employee Company Ownership Opportunities
* Industry Leading Training Programs
* Leadership Development and Career Growth Tracks
* Comprehensive and Affordable Benefits Package
* Top Workplace with Award Winning Culture