EC Machine Operator

Interview Now; West Virginia; On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Interview Now is seeking an entry-level EC Machine Operator to support environmental containment projects in the oil and gas sector. You will safely operate heavy equipment, perform inspections, and help ensure high safety and quality standards while working in a field-based environment.

Key duties include operating PIT, aerial lifts, and skid loaders, passing required safety tests, and maintaining active PEC/OSHA-10 certifications. Travel to client sites across West Virginia is expected.

Qualifications

• 1+ year outside experience operating heavy equipment.
• Proficient with PIT, Aerial Lift, and Skid Loader.
• Willingness to pass written and performance-based skills assessments.
• Active PEC Safety Certification and OSHA 10 or willingness to obtain these certifications.
• Dependable with a strong work ethic and ability to work in field conditions.

Responsibilities

• Operate powered industrial equipment such as skid loaders, PIT, and aerial lifts per safety protocols.
• Complete daily equipment inspections and perform basic maintenance.
• Pass written and performance-based skills tests for all assigned equipment.
• Maintain PEC, OSHA 10, and customer-specific safety certifications and stay compliant.
• Demonstrate reliability; be punctual and ready to perform duties.
• Assist team members and communicate effectively to support project objectives.
• Identify minor equipment issues early and report them to prevent delays.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety compliance

Team communication

Field-based work

Tools

PIT

Aerial Lift

Skid Loader

Job description

The Entry-Level EC Machine Operator plays a vital role in supporting environmental containment projects within the oil and gas industry. This position involves operating heavy equipment safely and efficiently to ensure project success while maintaining high safety and quality standards. It offers an opportunity to develop technical skills and grow within a dynamic, field-based environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate powered industrial equipment such as Skid Loaders, PIT, and Aerial Lifts in accordance with safety protocols
• Complete daily equipment inspections and perform basic maintenance to ensure optimal operation
• Pass written and performance-based skills tests for all assigned equipment
• Maintain current PEC, OSHA 10, and customer-specific safety certifications and stay compliant with safety standards
• Demonstrate reliability through punctuality, strong work ethic, and readiness to perform job duties
• Assist team members and communicate effectively to support project objectives
• Identify minor equipment issues early and report them to prevent operational delays

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of outside industry experience operating heavy or industrial equipment
• Proven proficiency with PIT, Aerial Lift, Skid Loader, or similar machinery
• Willingness to pass written and performance-based skills assessments
• Active PEC Safety Certification and OSHA 10 or willingness to obtain these certifications
• Dependable with a strong work ethic and ability to work in field conditions

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications on multiple pieces of heavy equipment
• Experience operating machinery in containment or oilfield environments
• Ability to troubleshoot minor equipment issues independently
• Strong safety record and commitment to safety standards
• Team-oriented mindset with excellent communication skills

Salary: $20 to $23/hour

Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. and hold a valid driver's license.

Travel: Field-based; Travel daily to our client sites throughout WV (within 50-100 miles of our office/yard).

Company Overview

Octane Environmental LLC (Octane) delivers integrated field services across containment systems, tank solutions and industrial cleaning applications and throughout the full project lifecycle. From site preparation and system installation to ongoing maintenance, operational support and safety and rescue services, the company helps keep energy, industrial, environmental and selected municipal infrastructure operations running safely and efficiently. Octane serves the industries below with the range of services below.

Industries Served

• Oil & Gas (Upstream, Midstream and Facilities)
• Renewable Energy (RNG/Biogas)
• Industrial and Manufacturing
• Environmental
• Municipal and Commercial Infrastructure

Services

• Containment & Infrastructure Systems (Liner systems, secondary containment, steel wall and site protection solutions for drilling, production, and industrial operations.)
• Tanks & Fluid Management (Fully assembled, internally lined tank systems with installation, integration, and maintenance support.)
• Industrial & Environmental Services (Vacuum, cleaning, solids processing, and dewatering services supporting critical operations.)
• Safety & Rescue Services (Standby rescue, confined space support, and safety oversight for high-risk environments.)
• Field Services & Site Support (Skilled crews, operators, and logistics support for construction, installation, and field operations.)
• Specialty Services (Bespoke or custom services that complement the above.)

Mission

Protect. Solve. Deliver. Improve. Octane Environmental protects people, the environment and our clients’ operations by delivering safe, innovative, high-quality and reliable services and outcomes in demanding environments. We bring experienced professionals, technical expertise, disciplined execution, and an unwavering commitment to safety and integrity to every project — solving complex problems, minimizing risk and downtime, and delivering results our clients can trust.

We accomplish our mission by:

• Delivering excellence. We develop and deliver our full spectrum of services to clients safely, reliably, efficiently and with highest quality.
• Growing our people and capabilities. We continuously develop our employees, strengthen our capabilities, and communicate with our stakeholders, in safety and with excellence, integrity and respect.
• Operating with integrity and purpose. We conduct our business and interact with our clients, colleagues, communities and environment with integrity, while pursuing environmental improvement and sustainability.
• Strengthening our communities. We serve and are responsible, productive, engaged members of the communities where we live and work.

Vision

Octane Environmental invests in our people, capabilities, equipment, client relationships, and services with the vision of safely, efficiently and effectively sustaining and improving the natural and built environments in which we and our clients and communities operate.

Culture

Octane Environmental company culture can be summed up as “Doing the Right Thing.” As Octane’s Code of Conduct and Business Ethics states, “a company’s reputation for integrity is its most valuable asset and is directly related to the conduct of its officers and employees.” When in doubt, each employee should prioritize “doing the right or ethical thing,” and doing it well. Examples include but are not limited to:

• Being honest in all actions and communication
• Building and maintaining trust with colleagues and clients
• Observing the Golden Rule (“Treat others as you wish to be treated”) in dealing with colleagues, supervisors, direct-reports and clients (be willing to help; don’t wait to be asked to help)
• Completing a task so that it is done thoroughly and correctly
• Complying with Octane’s, regulators’ and our clients’ policies, rules, requirements and all laws
• Raising one’s hand/ seeking help/ asking questions sooner rather than later
• Addressing problems – or issues of risk or concern – with one’s manager or HR
• Communicating status, questions, challenges earlier rather than later
• Respecting the property, time, personal boundaries and priorities of others
• Collaborating with your colleagues to achieve mutual goals
• Arriving early to be on time
• Committing to self-improvement (completing the certification courses, seeking information on self-improvement for required tasks)
• Observing and complying with all the requirements and policies in Octane’s Code of Conduct and Business Ethics and the Octane DOT and NON-DOT Drug and Alcohol Plan and Policies.

Our Values

As a company and as individuals, Octane commits to observing, upholding and continuously implementing these core values so that we are constantly building trust and credibility:

• Safety: – On the job and while preparing for the job (getting good sleep, adhering to the company’s drug and alcohol policies)- Traveling to and from work sites- While operating and handling equipment- Wearing and adhering to the correct and proper use of PPE- While interacting with all client and Octane personnel*
• Integrity, including: – Honesty in all interactions, internal and external- Open and proactive communication with each other, our clients, our stakeholders, our regulators and our communities- Compliance with the letter and spirit of Octane’s and our clients’ policies, rules, requirements- Adherence to and compliance with all ethical standards, laws and regulations- Recording time, expenditures and tasks honestly- Operating and executing so that our colleagues and clients trust us. Octane’s people do not exploit situations or services for personal or private financial or in‑kind gain.
• Excellence, including: – Performing each task with the highest standards, thoroughness and efficiency- Committing to and delivering the highest quality in all tasks and services great and small, for each other and our clients- Being accountable for upholding our commitments and taking responsibility for our actions, individual and corporate- Thinking to anticipate the next step or need, proactively considering issues and seeking guidance, maintaining a risk‑averting mindset
• Environmental sustainability, which means Octane commits to preserving, improving and sustaining the natural and physical environments of our work sites.
• Collaboration and cooperation with each other and with on‑site clients to achieve the goals set forth in each task or project.

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