Heavy Equipment Operator job description
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Heavy equipment operator requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in heavy equipment operator job postings.
Sample heavy equipment operator requirements
- Valid heavy equipment operator certification
- Ability to read and interpret construction plans and blueprints
- Proficiency in operating heavy equipment such as bulldozers, excavators, and backhoes
- Knowledge of safety protocols and procedures for operating heavy equipment
- Physical stamina and strength to operate heavy equipment for extended periods of time
Sample required heavy equipment operator soft skills
- Effective communication skills to work with other team members and supervisors
- Ability to problem-solve and troubleshoot equipment issues on the job
- Attention to detail to ensure accuracy in construction projects
- Flexibility to adapt to changing job requirements and schedules
- Strong work ethic and ability to work independently or as part of a team
Heavy Equipment Operator job description example 1
US Ecology heavy equipment operator job description
Currently offering a $2500 sign on bonus and relocation fees!!
About You
You enjoy working with your hands and you don't mind doing the dirty work. You thrive in an ever-changing work environment where every day is different.
Position SnapshotHeavy Equipment Operator candidates will have 3+ years of experience operating heavy equipment safely, productively, and efficiently. This job could require pushing, compacting, grading, excavating, loading, or hauling waste or soil and could require working alone or teaming up with other heavy equipment operators.
Essential Functions:
The following duties are representative of those that Heavy Equipment Operators may be expected to perform. The actual duties required of this position will vary.
Prioritize safety for themselves, coworkers, and all individuals on the jobsite.Pushing, compacting, grading, excavating, loading, or onsite hauling of waste and soil.Follow site grading and operations plans, read grade stakes, and operate in a medium to fine grade environment.Operate equipment including but not limited to, Excavators, Bulldozers, Loaders, and Backhoes for up to 10+ hours per day.Work independently or with other Heavy Equipment OperatorsQuickly and professionally adapt to shifting priorities, client requests, and business needs.
Job Requirements
Due to federal safety regulations, candidates must be at least 21 years of age. Receive and maintain OSHA 40HR HAZWOPER (prior to or upon hiring). Candidate must pass a pre-employment and annual physicals as required with US Ecology's Medical Surveillance Program, including but not limited to a DOT Physical. The candidate must successfully pass a pre-employment background check, drug, and alcohol screen, and driving record check. Regularly requires intermittent sitting, standing, walking, running, climbing, squatting, and kneeling. Physical strength and dexterity sufficient to perform the required task. Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds or more with assistance.3+ years of related experience preferred (trenching, finish grade, digging around utilities, etc.)
Work Environment
Frequent travel, including extended out of town travel.Frequent work outside and in inclement weather conditions is required, including heat, cold, and humidity.May work in environments that contain fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and vibration.Must be willing and able to wear Personal Protective Equipment as required by established Company Safety standards, including the occasional use of a respirator
For your hard work
Opportunity for professional growth Employer paid certifications and training Option for 100% employer paid Medically, Dental and Vision.401k with company match Paid Time OffCash Recognition ProgramsFind out more at www.usecology.com
US Ecology is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status, among other factors.
About You
You enjoy working with your hands and you don't mind doing the dirty work. You thrive in an ever-changing work environment where every day is different.
Position SnapshotHeavy Equipment Operator candidates will have 3+ years of experience operating heavy equipment safely, productively, and efficiently. This job could require pushing, compacting, grading, excavating, loading, or hauling waste or soil and could require working alone or teaming up with other heavy equipment operators.
Essential Functions:
The following duties are representative of those that Heavy Equipment Operators may be expected to perform. The actual duties required of this position will vary.
Prioritize safety for themselves, coworkers, and all individuals on the jobsite.Pushing, compacting, grading, excavating, loading, or onsite hauling of waste and soil.Follow site grading and operations plans, read grade stakes, and operate in a medium to fine grade environment.Operate equipment including but not limited to, Excavators, Bulldozers, Loaders, and Backhoes for up to 10+ hours per day.Work independently or with other Heavy Equipment OperatorsQuickly and professionally adapt to shifting priorities, client requests, and business needs.
Job Requirements
Due to federal safety regulations, candidates must be at least 21 years of age. Receive and maintain OSHA 40HR HAZWOPER (prior to or upon hiring). Candidate must pass a pre-employment and annual physicals as required with US Ecology's Medical Surveillance Program, including but not limited to a DOT Physical. The candidate must successfully pass a pre-employment background check, drug, and alcohol screen, and driving record check. Regularly requires intermittent sitting, standing, walking, running, climbing, squatting, and kneeling. Physical strength and dexterity sufficient to perform the required task. Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds or more with assistance.3+ years of related experience preferred (trenching, finish grade, digging around utilities, etc.)
Work Environment
Frequent travel, including extended out of town travel.Frequent work outside and in inclement weather conditions is required, including heat, cold, and humidity.May work in environments that contain fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and vibration.Must be willing and able to wear Personal Protective Equipment as required by established Company Safety standards, including the occasional use of a respirator
For your hard work
Opportunity for professional growth Employer paid certifications and training Option for 100% employer paid Medically, Dental and Vision.401k with company match Paid Time OffCash Recognition ProgramsFind out more at www.usecology.com
US Ecology is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status, among other factors.
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Heavy Equipment Operator job description example 2
Casella Waste Systems heavy equipment operator job description
The Heavy Equipment Operator ensures the safe operation of heavy equipment at the Transfer Station for the purpose of transferring and loading materials in an efficient and safe manner; operates one or more types of yellow iron equipment.
+ Opens and closes the facility according to scheduled hours of operation.
+ Oversees the schedule of where and which trucks are to dump and switching out trailers.
+ Ensures public areas of the transfer station clean at all times; follows schedule per Operation Manager for daily, weekly and monthly facility cleaning schedules.
+ Ensures that customers (external and internal) use the transfer station according to all safety rules and regulations.
+ Meets loading schedules to assure driver loads are ready to meet production.
+ Directs incoming trucks and vehicles to appropriate unloading areas in a safe manner.
+ Follows all safety and equipment checks and precautions in the performance of all duties.
+ Sites all mechanical problems that arise during pre-trip inspection or during routine functions to the attention of the shop foreman immediately.
+ Participates in training and other learning opportunities to expand knowledge of the company, products, sales and services and performs any other duties needed to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission, and/or abide by our core values.
The successful candidate will be a self-directed person, at least 18 years of age, have a demonstrated ability to work as part of a team and be legally eligible to work in the US. It is required to have a high school diploma or GED and two years of prior experience in heavy equipment operation is preferred.
Proven commitment to work and safety, excellent communication and problem solving skills are required.
Positive, team-oriented individual who has a strong work ethic, is committed to safety, customer driven, open to personal and professional training and development, and results-oriented with the ability to see the larger picture while focusing on detailed information.
External Company Name: Casella Waste Systems, Inc.
External Company URL: casella.com
Street: 386 Willie Hill Road
+ Opens and closes the facility according to scheduled hours of operation.
+ Oversees the schedule of where and which trucks are to dump and switching out trailers.
+ Ensures public areas of the transfer station clean at all times; follows schedule per Operation Manager for daily, weekly and monthly facility cleaning schedules.
+ Ensures that customers (external and internal) use the transfer station according to all safety rules and regulations.
+ Meets loading schedules to assure driver loads are ready to meet production.
+ Directs incoming trucks and vehicles to appropriate unloading areas in a safe manner.
+ Follows all safety and equipment checks and precautions in the performance of all duties.
+ Sites all mechanical problems that arise during pre-trip inspection or during routine functions to the attention of the shop foreman immediately.
+ Participates in training and other learning opportunities to expand knowledge of the company, products, sales and services and performs any other duties needed to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission, and/or abide by our core values.
The successful candidate will be a self-directed person, at least 18 years of age, have a demonstrated ability to work as part of a team and be legally eligible to work in the US. It is required to have a high school diploma or GED and two years of prior experience in heavy equipment operation is preferred.
Proven commitment to work and safety, excellent communication and problem solving skills are required.
Positive, team-oriented individual who has a strong work ethic, is committed to safety, customer driven, open to personal and professional training and development, and results-oriented with the ability to see the larger picture while focusing on detailed information.
External Company Name: Casella Waste Systems, Inc.
External Company URL: casella.com
Street: 386 Willie Hill Road
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Heavy Equipment Operator job description example 3
Waste Connections heavy equipment operator job description
**This position is eligible for a $7,500 stay on bonus.**
Hours: Monday to Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Driving Tractor Trailer, drop and hook between facility sites. Manual transmission utilized in tractor/trailer equipment.
- Possibility for training on Roll Off.
- Perform routine inspection and maintenance on vehicles such as checking fluids, safety equipment, and tires.
- In this position you will be operating equipment such as bulldozers, wheel loaders, excavators, and off road dump trucks.
- You will be responsible for routine inspection and maintenance on the equipment such as checking oil, water, and tires.
- Ability to perform a physically demanding job, lifting up to 50lbs on a regular basis
- Courteous interaction with our customers and perform other miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:
- Climbing in and out of the cab up to 40+ times/day.
- Work environment involves some exposure to physical risks such as moving mechanical parts. Which require following basic safety precautions.
- The employee is exposed to outside weather, including frequent wet and/or humid conditions, as well as exposure to fumes and vibration. Noise level is usually moderate.
- Will be working in all weather conditions
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Valid Class A CDL
- Valid 2A/1C Hoisting license.
- Ability to learn and use interpersonal skills relating to quality customer service
- As verified by a current MVR/driver abstract, all qualifications as defined under DOT regulation 49 CFR 383.51 must be met
- Clean safety and driving record
- Able to work in all weather conditions
- Ability to deal with the physicality of the job with no issues.
- Basic knowledge of truck components in order to complete pre- and post-trip inspections.
To be considered for any of our current openings you must complete an application at www.wasteconnections.com . Application information and additional instructions can be found once you select your position of interest.
We offer excellent benefits including: medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, long term & short term disability, life insurance, 401K retirement and unlimited opportunities to "Connect with Your Future".
Waste Connections is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer (Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran)
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024