Apprentice Heavy Equipment Operator — Union Training & Paid Apprenticeship

Earth Work Solutions; Cheyenne (WY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Earth Work Solutions in Cheyenne, WY is seeking an Apprentice Heavy Equipment Operator for a union project. You will work alongside experienced operators and supervision to safely develop operating skills on earthmoving, grading and road construction activities.

This role offers hands-on training toward becoming a qualified Heavy Equipment Operator, with daily site work on a major ongoing project and opportunities for long-term development within Earth Work Solutions’ Wyoming projects.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred, not mandatory.
• Experience in construction, farming, ranching, oilfields, or labor is a plus.
• Prior heavy equipment exposure is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Learn to safely operate scrapers, rollers, haul trucks, backhoes and more.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and basic maintenance.
• Follow plans, supervisor instructions and safety requirements.
• Attend union apprenticeship trainings, safety meetings and orientations.
• Complete inspections, logs and required documentation.
• Perform general construction tasks to support operations.
• Adhere to company, union and project policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Reliable attendance

Team player

Communication skills

Outdoor work tolerance

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

Construction or labor experience preferred

Job description

Earth Work Solutions in Cheyenne, WY is seeking an Apprentice Heavy Equipment Operator for a union project. You will work alongside experienced operators and supervision to safely develop operating skills on earthmoving, grading and road construction activities.

This role offers hands-on training toward becoming a qualified Heavy Equipment Operator, with daily site work on a major ongoing project and opportunities for long-term development within Earth Work Solutions’ Wyoming projects.