Heavy Equipment Operator jobs in the United States

Heavy Equipment Operator operates heavy equipment or machinery, such as a tractor, bulldozer, backhoe, or excavator, for the purposes of construction, demolition, or excavation. Prepares equipment and conducts routine inspections prior to operation to ensure it is safe and in working condition. Being a Heavy Equipment Operator identifies and addresses potential hazards and adheres to all safety protocols and regulations. May be responsible for scheduling minor repairs and conducting routine maintenance like cleaning and lubricating. Additionally, Heavy Equipment Operator requires a high school diploma. May require State License. Typically reports to a supervisor. The Heavy Equipment Operator independently performs a wide range of complex duties under general guidance from supervisors. Has gained full proficiency in a broad range of activities related to the job. To be a Heavy Equipment Operator typically requires 5-7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2025 Salary.com)

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Part Time Instructors - Continuing Education, Heavy Equipment Operator
  • Continuing Education, Heavy Equipment Operator - Team Georgia Careers
  • Chatham, GA PART_TIME
  • Savannah Technical College is seeking a Part-time Continuing Education/Business and Industry Instructor for Heavy Equipment Operator Training. This part-time position is responsible for the teaching non-credit instruction and evaluation of student progress in obtaining goals and objectives in heavy equipment operation. This position will report to the Business and Industry Manager.   

     

    Responsibilities (this list is not intended to be exhaustive)

    • Prepares lesson plans for classroom instruction and obtains or prepares instructional materials for classrooms use
    • Developing program and course outlines, goals, and objectives
    • Evaluating students’ ongoing progress and performance in attaining goals and objectives
    • Requests and maintains supplies and equipment
    • Maintains program certification requirements
    • Prepares and maintains all required documentation and administrative reports
    • MC and conferences and by reading professional literature in the related technical field
    • Maintains a secure classroom environment
    • Ensures safety and security requirements are met in the training area
    • Other duties as assigned

    Position Competencies

    • Skills in the use of computers and job-related software
    • Skill in oral and written communication
    • Skill in interpersonal relations
    • Ability to adapt instructional material to fit all learning styles
    • Ability to maintain accurate records
    • Knowledge of effective instructional methods for adult learners
    • Knowledge of community needs within Service Delivery Area                         

    Minimum Qualifications:

    • Five years work experience in various Heavy Equipment Operation

    Preferred Qualifications:

    • OSHA Certification(s)

    Physical Demands:

    The employee occasionally lifts or moves objects of a light to medium weight.  Work is typically performed in an office environment with intermittent sitting, standing, or walking in various settings. 

     

    Salary

    Salary is commensurate with education and work experience. Positions are contingent upon funding. 

    Application Procedure

    Position considered open until filled. Candidates must pass a criminal background check.  Applicants must submit an electronic application through Team Georgia Careers, and attach cover letter and resume.  Please include your annual salary for each position held.

    Disability Accommodations 

    Applicants who need a special accommodation due to a disability should request assistance in advance by contacting the Human Resources department at 912-443-3388 or via e-mail at jsanders@savnnahtech.edu. Savannah Technical College (STC) will provide reasonable accommodations to identified disabled applicants.

           

    POSITION CONTINGENT UPON FUNDING AND ALLOCATION OF POSITION. 

       Note: No phone inquiries please.  Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to personally contact each applicant.  If we are interested in scheduling an interview, a representative from our college will contact you.  

     

    All male applicants between the ages of 18 and 26 years of age must present proof of Selective Service Registration.  Savannah Technical College is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam Era, or citizenship status (except those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law).  Invitation to Self-Identify  For compliance activities, contact Jasmine Sanders, Title IX and Equity Coordinator, Room A110 or (912) 443-3388, jsanders@savannahtech.edu.  Send written correspondence to Savannah Technical College, Attn:  Jasmine Sanders, 5717 White Bluff Road, Savannah, GA 31405.  STC is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award the associate degree.  Candidates may be required to submit a valid Driver’s License, proof of insurability, and/or a driver’s history report for positions involving state travel.

    Minimum qualifications for this position will be determined by the teaching discipline and compliance with appropriate accrediting bodies. Faculty must be credentialed to satisfy all appropriate accrediting bodies for the course assigned.
    Additional Information
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Heavy Equipment Operator
  • Heavy Metal Site Development
  • Titusville, FL FULL_TIME
  • -Forman pay will start at $1,600 a week.-Must be a team player, and available to work 5 days a week with occasional Saturdays.OPERATORIncluding, but not limited to, loaders, dozer, excavators, etc.Mai...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Heavy Equipment Operator
  • Dirks Heavy Contractors
  • Joplin, MO FULL_TIME
  • Job Title: Heavy Equipment Operator Pay Scale: $22.80 to $32.00 Company Overview:Bowman Enterprises, Inc. is collaborating with DIRKS HEAVY CONTRACTORS for direct hire onto DIRKS payroll from day one....
  • 1 Month Ago

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Heavy Equipment Operator
  • Crossland Heavy Contractors Inc
  • Rogers, AR FULL_TIME
  • Get to Know UsWith a company built on family—by family—it’s no surprise that working here is so much more than just putting on a hard hat and work boots.At Crossland, you join a group of Real Builders...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Heavy Equipment Operator
  • Continental Heavy Civil
  • Fort Myers, FL FULL_TIME
  • Salary: based on experience Equipment operator positions available for sand placement job, loading dump trucks. Move and safely position equipment handle and haul material to final placement, rough an...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Heavy Equipment Operator
  • Continental Heavy Civil
  • beach, FL FULL_TIME
  • Equipment operator positions available for canal improvements job, loading dump trucks. Move and safely position equipment, handle and haul material to final placement, rough and fine grading. Sitewor...
  • 2 Months Ago

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Bridge Construction/Repair Foreman
  • OTB Contracting
  • Midland, VA
  • Company Description OTB Contracting is a specialty contracting firm based in Midland, VA, focused on Bridge structural s...
  • 1/21/2025 12:00:00 AM

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Foreman, Site Development
  • Muller, Inc.
  • Manassas, VA
  • With the rapid growth of our business, we are seeking to hire a full-time, Heavy Equipment Operator/Foreman to run a sma...
  • 1/20/2025 12:00:00 AM

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Warehouse Equipment Operator - 2nd Shift
  • Ferguson
  • Front Royal, VA
  • Ferguson - JobID: R-117247-1 [Heavy Equipment Operator / Loader Operator] As a Warehouse Equipment Operator at Ferguson,...
  • 1/19/2025 12:00:00 AM

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Warehouse Equipment Operator - 3rd Shift
  • Ferguson
  • Front Royal, VA
  • Ferguson - JobID: R-117251 [Heavy Equipment Operator / Loader Operator] As a Warehouse Equipment Operator at Ferguson, y...
  • 1/19/2025 12:00:00 AM

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General Labor Workers - Construction
  • AVTI, LLC
  • Washington, DC
  • Job Description Job Description Bulldozers, Backhoes and Excavators. Have you ever wanted to operate heavy equipment? Jo...
  • 1/19/2025 12:00:00 AM

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Forklift & Loader Operator
  • SiteOne Landscape Supply
  • Warrenton, VA
  • As part of our dedicated team, the Equipment Operator is responsible for safely and effectively operating heavy equipmen...
  • 1/19/2025 12:00:00 AM

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Shipping & Inventory Crane Operator
  • Commercial Metals Company
  • Martinsburg, WV
  • it's what's inside that counts There's more to CMC than our products and the buildings, structures, and roads they go in...
  • 1/19/2025 12:00:00 AM

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CDL Dump Truck Drivers
  • Broad Run Contracting LLC
  • Chantilly, VA
  • Job Description Job Description CDL Class B Dump Truck Drivers, good driving record, current DOT medical card, experienc...
  • 1/17/2025 12:00:00 AM

Income Estimation for Heavy Equipment Operator jobs
$66,645 to $93,368