Heavy Equipment Operator

Royal Electric Company wants you to bring your skill and expertise as a Heavy Equipment Operator to us and join our team!!!

Join Team Royal!

Why Royal? At Royal Electric Company we provide expert electrical design, construction, and service with builders, contractors and facility owners who value relationships, trust, expertise, and a commitment to each other towards achieving exceptional results. We believe in transforming the culture of construction, creating a space where everyone feels they belong. We are proud to support initiatives like "Breaking Barriers," showcasing the incredible contributions of women in our industry. Breaking Barriers: Women At Work Episode 1

We are able to sustain this through our linking values of expertise, collaboration, integrity, passion, and loyalty. These values support our core purpose; to build great relationships, one project at a time! 

We believe in taking care of our team. From comprehensive wellness programs to continuous learning opportunities, we invest in your growth and well-being.

One Royal Culture Short Story

We have a current opening for a Heavy Equipment Operator for our projects in Santa Monica, CA.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer: Women, veterans and minorities are encouraged to apply.

Success in the position can be achieved through the following duties & responsibilities:

• Operate power-driven equipment

• Perform routine maintenance, monitoring, and minor repairs on machinery as required.
• Assist in the setup, assembly, and breakdown of equipment or production stations on-site.
• Ensure safe and compliant equipment operation under varying environmental and jobsite conditions.
• Coordinate with site supervisors, laborers, and electricians to support sequencing of work (especially on joint utility trench and excavation projects).
• Respond to changing site conditions including excavation depth adjustments, material delivery handling, or safety mitigation tasks.

Who you are:

• Safety Oriented - You are dedicated to maintaining a safe work environment, ensuring that both you and your team adhere to safety protocols on the jobsite.
• Focused - The small things matter to you. You bring a keen attention to detail.
• Relationship Builder - You work to build trust and relationships at all levels, cultivating collaboration, shared success, and mutual respect.
• Critical Thinker - You're willing to be innovative, challenge yourself, and try new things.
• Deadline Driven - You're prepared to put extra effort when it's needed to meet the deadlines that are critical to this industry.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience operating heavy equipment on construction or civil projects preferred.
• Completion of our current enrollment in an Operating Engineers Local Union No. 3 (OE3) Apprenticeship Program highly desirable.
• Valid driver’s license required; possession of a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) may be required based on project or equipment type.
• Prior experience in grading, trenching, site clearing, or utility installation is preferred.
• Familiarity with jobsite documentation, such as equipment checklists, maintenance logs, or work orders.
• Proficient in the safe operation of heavy construction equipment, including excavators, loaders, dozers, compactors, and trenchers.
• Working knowledge of jobsite safety protocols, particularly Cal/OSHA standards.
• Ability to interpret and follow verbal instructions, site markings, grade stakes, and basic construction layouts.
• Basic mechanical aptitude for performing daily inspections, preventive maintenance, and reporting of equipment malfunctions.
• Strong physical stamina and dexterity to operate machinery in various terrains and weather conditions.
• Team-oriented mindset; able to coordinate with laborers, electricians, and supervisors in fast-paced environments.
• Comfortable working in construction zones, including active excavation, trenching, demolition, and utility installation areas.
• Ability to follow established procedures and safety guidelines with minimal supervision.
• Must wear proper PPE while on jobsites.
• Must comply with all safety standards and procedures.

Work Environment

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction job sites.
• The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud.
• The position regularly works near moving mechanical parts and in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity, and exposure to dust and asphalt.
• The position walks and stands for long periods of time, may require climbing / working from ladders or stairs, MEWPs to reach elevations, and performs physical labor under adverse field conditions.

Salary Range:

• $45.00/hour - $52.00/hour

• Note: This is a Private Base Rate. This position is Prevailing Wage/Davis Bacon Eligible depending on project assignment. Additional fringe benefits may per project designated wage determination.

We offer competitive wages plus benefits and 401(k).

Royal is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Royal are considered without regards to age, ancestry, color, race, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, protected family care or medical leave status, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

We utilize E-Verify to confirm work authorization with both the Social Security Administration and the Department of Homeland Security. E-Verify Link: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees

We promote a drug free workplace.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Royal Electric is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment Visa at this time.

We promote a drug free workplace.

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• Health Care Plan (3 types of Medical plans, Discounted Dental & Orthodontist services for adults & children, Premium Vision Plan) 
• Retirement Plan (Traditional 401k, Roth 401k).  
• $50k Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary, & AD&D) 
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick Leave, and 8 Paid Holidays)  
• Family Leave FMLA (Maternity & Paternity)  
• Short Term & Long-Term Disability 
• Pet Insurance 
• Flex Spending Accounts: Healthcare, Dependent care (Daycare children & elderly – work related), & Transit  
• Pharmacy discounts 
• Kisx Card (Surgery & Imaging Program)  
• Opportunity for tuition reimbursement 

Wellness Resources 

• Free telehealth  
• Health Joy App  
• Free peer coach support - (mental health, stress management, substance use, and suicidal ideation) 
• CancerCARE 1:1 Consulting and support with expert medical team  
• Employee Assistance Support  
• Hearing Aid discount plan 
• Laser VisionCare discount plan 

Learning & Development 

• Safety training: Getting Everyone Home Safely
• Professional & Leadership Development Training 
• Skill Development Training
• Mentorship Program
• On-The-Job & Classroom Training

Employee Referral Program: We value referrals from our employees! If you know someone who would be a great fit for this role, please refer them through our company’s referral program. Successful referrals can earn you an incentive!