Bison Ridge Construction, LLC is seeking experienced civil site work equipment operators with a minimum of 2 years’ experience in overlot grading, subexcavation and subgrade prep for residential and commercial land development projects. The ideal candidate will have experience with site layout, overlot grading, mass overexcavation, subgrade prep and be familiar with erosion control BMPs. Must have experience operating paddle wheel scrapers, motor graders, tractors, skid steers, mini excavators, rollers/compactors, water trucks, etc. Accepting applications from 4/2/26 to 4/19/26.
Bison Ridge Construction has been delivering full-service general contracting and construction management services for land development projects since 2010. We have been involved in projects in the Denver Metro area, Northern Colorado and Southern Wyoming.
Duties and Responsibilities
• Safely operate motor graders, paddle wheel scrapers, tractors, loaders, backhoes, skid steers, mini-excavators, etc.
• Operate equipment equipped with blades in successive passes to remove topsoil, vegetation, or rocks or to distribute and level terrain
• Complete mass overexcavation of sites per plan specifications, achieving proper moisture content and compaction
• Be able to achieve finish grade without the use of GPS or lasers
• Capable of blue-topping and cutting off string line
• Read and interpret grade stakes, site markings, and plans
• Be able to achieve finish grade without the use of GPS or lasers
• Properly set up and utilize grade control devices to achieve grade tolerances per plan specifications
• Always operate equipment safely including operating equipment in the vicinity of underground utilities (communication, power, natural gas, etc.) to avoid damage and injury
• Schedule testing and inspections as required to maintain workflow
• Installation and maintenance of BMPs and erosion control
• Attend daily meetings to review schedule, production goals, and safety
• Work safely at all times, observing all company policies, OSHA Regulations, and site-specific requirements and policies
• Safely operate power tools (demo saws, compaction equipment, generators, air compressors, etc.)
• Properly maintain equipment including daily pre and post inspections and daily greasing
• Must have a collaborative attitude and willingness to perform any work that is required including general labor tasks which may include shoveling, lifting, etc.
• Must be able to work overtime including Saturdays
• Other duties as assigned
Qualifications/Skills Required
• Able to read and understand plans and specifications
• Able to perform material take-offs
• Able to contribute to ongoing safe work practices including strong knowledge of excavation, trenching and shoring safety standards.
Physical Requirements
Must be physically fit and able to perform job duties including: frequent use of hands, arms, legs and whole body; long periods of balance, standing or sitting; frequent walking, climbing, bending and/or lifting objects in excess of 50 pounds. Must be able to work in all weather conditions including very hot, cold and wet conditions.
Work Reporting Locations
Foremen and/or Superintendents will inform employees of the work reporting location. The location will vary depending on project location. Employees are expected to have reliable transportation to and from the work reporting location.
Benefits
• Weekly compensation
• Health Insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid vacation after 1 year
• Eligible to participate in 401k plan with employer match after 1 year
Wage range $24-$28/hour depending on experience.
Apply in person at 7251 W 20th St, Building B, Greeley, CO 80634. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Or apply online at www.bisonridge-co.com, or email your resume by responding to this job posting. No phone calls please.
Bison Ridge Construction, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and a drug free company. All employees are subject to random drug testing.
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