Construction Machinery Operator / Construction Machinery Operatoress

Excavator Operator – Machinery Test Site

Stadel (ZH), Switzerland · Full-time or Part-time · On-site

We are seeking an experienced excavator and heavy machinery operator to join our test site team in Stadel. In this role, you will operate real construction machines in an environment where new machine capabilities and systems are tested under real-world conditions. Your expertise in safe and precise machine operation will be invaluable to our team.

What You'll Do

• Operate excavators and other heavy machinery on a daily basis
• Support testing of new machine capabilities in real operating conditions
• Restore terrain after test runs
• Maintain a safe, organized, and operational test site
• Provide practical feedback on machine operation
• Assist with loading, unloading, and basic maintenance tasks
• Serve as one of the key reference operators on site

This Role Fits Well If You Have Worked As:

• Excavator / heavy machinery operator
• Construction machine operator (earthworks, roadworks, etc.)
• Wheel loader or dozer operator
• Yard / depot worker with machinery experience
• Construction equipment mechanic with operating experience
• Foreman or supervisor with a strong hands-on machine background

Your Profile

• Experience operating heavy machinery (excavators, loaders, dozers, or similar)
• Independent and reliable working style
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying conditions
• Strong focus on safety and quality
• Driver’s license Category B
• Basic proficiency in German and English for day-to-day communication

Good to Have:

• Experience with GPS or 3D machine control systems
• Experience with GNSS rover systems
• Truck license (C / CE)
• Experience repairing machines, vehicles, or equipment
• Interest in modern machine technology

About the Job

This is not a traditional construction site role. You will work at a dedicated test site where construction machines are operated and tested under real conditions, collaborating closely with our engineering team. English is regularly used in communication, and digital tools are an integral part of the standard workflow on site. Your work will combine hands-on machine operation with structured testing and coordination across technical teams, all within a young and highly motivated environment.

About Us

We are Gravis Robotics, a Zurich-based startup dedicated to developing systems that make construction machines more intelligent and partially autonomous, thereby improving safety and efficiency in real-world operations. At our test site, experienced machine operators collaborate directly with engineers to operate and test these systems on real machines under actual working conditions.

What We Offer

• Competitive, market-aligned salary
• Long-term opportunity in a growing company
• Access to modern machines and varied work
• Small, direct team with minimal bureaucracy
• Location: Stadel (ZH), Switzerland

Interested?

If you have strong machine operating experience, we would love to hear from you — even if you don't meet every requirement. Apply online using the form below. Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

Gravis is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team and do not discriminate based on race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, gender expression, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

We are an international team working to solve problems with a global impact. Therefore, proficiency in English is a requirement for all roles. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support aspects of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.