DO NOT APPLY UNLESS YOU HAVE A MINIMUM OF 5 YEARS OF DEMOLITION EQUIPMENT OPERATING EXPERIENCE, INCLUDING TOTAL BUILDING DEMOLITION OF MULTI-STORY CONCRETE AND STEEL STRUCTURES.
Cooper Demolition is seeking an experienced Demolition Equipment Operator to join our growing team. This is not an entry-level position. We are specifically looking for operators with proven experience performing complete structural demolition projects, including multi-story commercial buildings, reinforced concrete structures, structural steel buildings, industrial facilities, and other large-scale demolition projects.
The ideal candidate will be able to safely and efficiently operate demolition equipment with little to no supervision while understanding demolition sequencing, structural behavior, utility awareness, site safety, and production expectations.
Primary Equipment:
Excavators (including demolition configurations)Hydraulic breakersGrapplesShearsSkid steersWheel loadersOther demolition and earthmoving equipmentRequired Experience:
Minimum 5 years demolition equipment operating experienceProven experience performing total building demolitionExperience demolishing multi-story concrete structuresExperience demolishing structural steel buildingsUnderstanding of demolition sequencing and structural stabilityExperience working around active utilitiesExperience loading trucks and processing demolition debrisAbility to read plans and understand demolition scopesCommercial construction experience requiredFederal project experience strongly preferredAdditional Responsibilities:
Selective interior demolition when requiredUtility exposure and excavation supportSite cleanup and labor assistance as neededEquipment inspections and basic maintenanceWorking closely with superintendents and project managers to maintain production goalsRequirements:
Must be willing to travel throughout Colorado and potentially out of stateReliable transportation requiredValid driver's license requiredMust be physically capable of performing manual labor when necessaryMust pass a pre-employment drug testSubject to random drug testingMust be able to pass federal background checks (NO Felonies)Clean background requiredStrong safety record requiredPreferred Qualifications:
Current Denver Demolition Supervisor License (this will increase pay)Experience on federal projectsOSHA 10 or OSHA 30Excavation and underground utility experienceExperience with high-reach demolition operationsThis position requires flexibility. Operators must be willing to perform selective interior demolition, excavation work, or potential manual labor between large demolition projects as workload demands. We are looking for team members who understand that everyone contributes to getting the job done safely and efficiently.
If your experience is primarily residential demolition, landscaping, grading, or basic excavation, this position is likely not a fit. We are specifically seeking operators with extensive commercial demolition experience on large structural projects.
Pay: $35-$40/hour
Travel Required: Yes
Location: Colorado (with potential out-of-state travel)
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