Heavy Equipment Operator jobs in Saint Cloud, MN
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 2024 Salary.com)
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Heavy Equipment Operator
- City of Faribault
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Belview, MN
FULL_TIME
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JOB
Performs a variety of skilled work in the use of light, medium and heavy equipment in maintenance and construction work. Involves responsibility for the safe and efficient operation of a variety of equipment used in the construction and maintenance of streets and other municipal facilities; also includes physical labor.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Works under the general supervision of the street maintenance foreperson and assumes delegated maintenance duties when assigned. Operates and maintains light, medium and heavy equipment engaged in municipal street maintenance activities. Performs routine repairs as needed and required unscheduled overtime, call back, and scheduled/unscheduled shift changes as required. Performs street maintenance such as: asphalt patching, paving, crack sealing, and seal coating, using skid-steers, pavers, patch boxes, crack sealing kettles, seal coat chippers, steel and rubber tire rollers, loading and hauling a variety of materials; street sanding, street sweeping, snow removal with loaders, graders, blowers, single and tandem trucks, and related tasks. Install posts, sign and light fixtures and related tasks. Performs regular equipment inspections and maintains records of all maintenance activity. Performs assigned labor tasks using various hand and power tools, such as: shovels, rakes, chain saws, jack hammers and other tools. Assists various other city departments when assigned including but not limited to: Inspects, cleans and repairs storm sewers and water main breaks. Perform other related duties as assigned, required or apparent.EXAMPLES OF PERFORMANCE CRITERIA Performs assigned work in an efficient and timely manner. Meets or exceeds annual department performance standards. Deals with public and other employees in a courteous and tactful manner. Operates and maintains city equipment in a responsible manner.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USEDVarious types of motorized vehicles and equipment including but not limited to: dump trucks, snow plows, pickups, utility trucks, jetter/vacuum combinations, loaders, asphalt pavers, asphalt steel and rubber tire rollers, seal coat chippers, skid-steers, backhoes, tampers, compactors, cutoff saws, distributor, water pumps, air compressors, generators, common hand and power tools, gas detectors, computers, mobile radios and telephones. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to us hand to finger, handle, feel, operate, manipulate and grasp objects, tools or mechanical devices. The employee must reach, crawl, stoop stand, walk, climb, talk, kneel, see and smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and /or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities include: close vision, distant vision, depth perception and ability to focus. COMMUNICATION AND LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS The employee should display speaking skills to effectively communicate with public works staff, other city employees, and the general public. Writing/computer skills are necessary to document tasks completed and to prepare and complete time cards. Reading skills are necessary to read work orders, personnel correspondence and equipment operation manuals and maintenance records. REASONING SKILLS The ability to apply principals of logic or practical thinking are needed to prioritize tasks, solve problems and perform tasks in an efficient and safe manner. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environments described are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. While performing the duties of the job, the employee occasionally works in all types of outside weather conditions. Temperatures will range from the bitterly cold to hot and humid conditions. The employee will work in deep confined spaces of manholes and open excavations. Working atmospheres may be toxic, humid, dusty, explosive or flammable. The employee routinely works in the public right-of-way where there is vehicular traffic and equipment that is mechanically and/or hydraulically powered. The noise level in the work environment is typically moderate. OTHER The duties listed above are intended only as an illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical extension of the position. The job description does not constitute and employment agreement between the employee and the employer and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. - 1 Day Ago
Heavy Equipment Operator
- Endurance Environmental Solutions, LLC.
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Willmar, MN
FULL_TIME
- Job Description: Elevate Your Career with Endurance! Why Endurance? Hauling it all isn't just about trucks and trailers – it's about a dynamic team dedicated to excellence. At Endurance, with a focus ...
- 20 Days Ago
Heavy equipment operator
- CRH
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Hancock, MN
FULL_TIME
- Job ID : 495590 Hancock, a CRH company, is the leading provider of concrete pipe, box culverts, manholes and precast structures in the upper Midwest, primarily serving the water end-market with six ma...
- 22 Days Ago
Heavy Equipment Operator
- Todd County, MN
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Long Prairie, MN
FULL_TIME
- Salary $23.56 - $29.84 Hourly Location Long Prairie, MN Job Type Full-time Job Number 365D Department Public Works Opening Date 03/28/2024 Closing Date Continuous Purpose of Position Posting will rema...
- 25 Days Ago
Heavy equipment operator
- Borden Excavating, Inc
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Brainerd, MN
FULL_TIME
- Borden Excavating is looking for a full time heavy equipment operator & laborer. Pay is based on experience. CDL license is a must as some truck driving is required. Retirement program and top pay for...
- 14 Days Ago
Heavy equipment operator
- Hancock
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Hancock, MN
FULL_TIME
- Job Summary The heavy equipment operator performs tasks and provides services to support the plant's production goals, overall business plans and objectives as directed. Responsibilities Performs rout...
- 16 Days Ago
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BULLDOZER OPERATOR
- The Branch Group
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- Position Summary Branch Civil is searching for an experienced and safety-oriented Bulldozer Operator to join our well-es...
- 4/27/2024 12:00:00 AM
Truck Driver Home Daily CDL A
- XPO
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Waite Park, MN
- Solutions driven success. XPO is a top ten global provider of transportation services, with a highly integrated network ...
- 4/27/2024 12:00:00 AM
Field Trainer
- Telcom Construction, LLC
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Clearwater, MN
- Overview: Telecommunications Utility Construction veteran? Are you wishing there was a position that will take you away ...
- 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
Underground Power and Communications Backhoe Operator - Michels Underground Cable, Inc.
- Michels Corporation
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Albertville, MN
- Installing underground cables for power transmission, power distribution, renewable energy and communication networks is...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
Experienced Equipment Operator
- Glenn O. Hawbaker, Inc.
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Grove City, MN
- EXPERIENCED EQUIPMENT OPERATOR Glenn O. Hawbaker, Inc. (GOH), a leader in heavy highway construction since 1952, is seek...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Warehouse Associate
- Walmart
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Saint Cloud, MN
- **Job Summary:** As a Warehouse Associate at Walmart, you will play a crucial role in the efficient operation of the dis...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Material Handler
- Walmart
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Saint Cloud, MN
- **Job Summary:** As a Material Handler at Walmart, you will be responsible for efficiently managing the flow of material...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Sign Technician/Hwy Maintenance Worker
- Wright County, MN
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Buffalo, MN
- Salary: $26.12 - $36.57 Hourly Location : Buffalo, MN Job Type: Full-time Job Number: February 2024 External Department:...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Saint Cloud, Minnesota
St. Cloud is a city in the U.S. state of Minnesota and the largest population center in the state's central region. Its population is 67,984 according to the 2017 US census estimates, making it Minnesota's tenth largest city. St. Cloud is the county seat of Stearns County and was named after the city of Saint-Cloud, France (in Île-de-France, near Paris), which was named after the 6th-century French monk Clodoald.
Though mostly in Stearns County, St. Cloud also extends into Benton and Sherburne counties, and straddles the Mississippi River. It is the center of a small, contiguous urban area tot...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Heavy Equipment Operator jobs
$65,669 to $91,656
Saint Cloud, Minnesota area prices
were up 1.3% from a year ago
were up 1.3% from a year ago
What does a Heavy Equipment Operator do?
Heavy Equipment Operator in Pascagoula, MS
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