Valdez Construction is now hiring Heavy Equipment Operator in Oak Harbor, WA 98277. View job listing details and apply now. Valdez Construction Inc is a growing employee-owned full-service general contracting company based in Oak Harbor WA Our projects vary in size and complexity We believe in building long-term relationships with our employees clients and our partners Valdez Construction has the ability to self-perform many aspects of our construction projects which gives us a distinct advantage over our competition We are looking for experienced motivated hard-working and responsible individuals that want to become employee-owners We offer competitive pay benefits and opportunity for advancement All eligible employees become an owner through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan ESOP JOB DUTIES Operation of a wide variety of heavy machinery and hand tools related to civil construction Experience and knowledge of the installation of utility mains and services Ability to complete tasks in a timely manner with limited supervision Conducts routine equipment inspections and preventative maintenance on equipment Operates heavy equipment in compliance with the company operating safety policies and procedures DESIRED SKILLS Leading and supervising small work crews Strong communication and problem-solving skills Have considerable knowledge and safety procedures and hazards related to construction maintenance and equipment operation Strong mechanical skills Ability to read and understand construction drawings Class A CDL REQUIRED Minimum 5 years experience Clean driving record Background check Flexibility - at times performing other roles than operator BENEFITS Some Davis BaconPrevailing Wages Paid VacationHolidays MedicalDentalVision 75 paid by Company for both employee and dependents 401k with 3 employer match Employee Stock Ownership Plan ESOP Valdez Construction Inc is an Equal OpportunityAccessAffirmative ActionPro Disabled amp Veteran Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability
See More Details >>Becoming a mason in Oak Harbor, WA typically starts with an apprenticeship, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 47,918 masons nationwide, with an average annual wage of $67,022, and projects a 0% job growth from 2023 to 2033. Apprentices earn an average of $1,400 per week in Oak Harbor, with experienced professionals often exceeding $108,000 annually. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring masons find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
