Apprentice Heavy Equipment Operator - Paid Training

Earth Work Solutions; La Barge (WY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid apprenticeship

Competitive pay raises

Benefits package

Per diem

Hands-on training

Modern equipment

Career opportunities in WY

Job summary

Earth Work Solutions in Wyoming is seeking Apprentice Heavy Equipment Operators to join our LaBarge team. This paid Registered Apprenticeship provides hands‑on training, classroom instruction, competitive pay, benefits, and a clear career path in heavy civil construction.

As you learn, you will operate equipment such as scrapers, rollers, backhoes, and water trucks under supervision, participate in safety meetings, and complete required coursework to become a qualified operator across Wyoming

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Construction, farming, ranching, oilfield, military, or labor experience preferred but not required.
• Training provided through apprenticeship.

Responsibilities

• Learn to safely operate heavy equipment including scrapers, rollers, articulated haul trucks, backhoes, and water trucks.
• Assist with excavation, grading, earthmoving, trenching, and site preparation.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and assist with basic maintenance.
• Follow project plans, supervisor instructions, and all safety requirements.
• Participate in apprenticeship training, safety meetings, and required classroom instruction.
• Complete equipment inspections, daily logs, and other required documentation.
• Perform general labor duties as needed to support project operations.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Safety minded

Reliable attendance

Communication skills

Outdoor work

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Earth Work Solutions in Wyoming is seeking Apprentice Heavy Equipment Operators to join our LaBarge team. This paid Registered Apprenticeship provides hands‑on training, classroom instruction, competitive pay, benefits, and a clear career path in heavy civil construction.

As you learn, you will operate equipment such as scrapers, rollers, backhoes, and water trucks under supervision, participate in safety meetings, and complete required coursework to become a qualified operator across Wyoming