Equipment Operator

Strobel-Energy-Group-LLC; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Strobel-Energy-Group-LLC in Billings, MT seeks a reliable heavy equipment operator to handle graders, tractors, backhoes, excavators, loaders, and dump trucks on civil construction sites.

As part of the crew you will read civil drawings, perform routine inspections, maintain equipment, and follow safety procedures to support efficient, safe site operations. The role requires physical stamina, ability to lift 50 pounds, and passing a physical evaluation.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate heavy equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret civil drawings and elevations, general documentation of quantities and daily production.
• Knowledge of basic vehicle inspection and maintenance including tire pressure, oil and water levels.
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
• Extensive physical activity; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling over 50 pounds.
• Must be able to pass a physical human performance evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Operates graders for leveling and operates tractors to load materials.
• Operates backhoe and front-end loaders as required.
• Operates forklifts and dump trucks to transport materials.
• Operates excavators for de-grubbing, digging, grading, backfilling, and pile driving.
• Operates various equipment for general site preparation and related assignments.
• Operates hydraulic equipment such as tail gates, hoppers, and packers.
• Performs routine inspection and maintenance on vehicles (oil, water, tires).
• Ensures safety and environmental practices; promotes continuous improvement.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Operate heavy equipment

Read civil drawings

Safety procedures

Equipment maintenance

Physical stamina

Tools

Steel-Toed Boots

Grease Gun

Safety Glasses

Ear Plugs

Safety Vest

24/48 Level

5lb Hammer

Grease Certs

Rain Gear

Wrenches up to 1 1/4

Socket set up to 1 1/4

Stakes up to 48

Tape Measures 25-30 ft

100' Tape Measure

String Line

Marking Paint

Job description

Under general supervision, operates various equipment including but not limited to, graders, tractors, backhoes, excavators, front end loaders, and dump trucks. May also include forklifts and front skid steer loaders.

Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned)

• Operates graders for leveling and operates tractors to load materials such as dirt and rocks.
• Operates backhoe and front-end loaders as required.
• Operates forklifts and dump trucks to transport materials.
• Operates excavators for de-grubbing, digging, grading, backfilling, and pile driving.
• Operates various equipment for general site preparation and related assignments.
• Operates hydraulic equipment such as tail gates, hoppers, and packers.
• Performs routine inspection and maintenance on vehicles such as checking oil, water, and tires.
• Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Ability to operate heavy equipment.
• Knowledge of light and heavy equipment operation and maintenance.
• Ability to read and interpret civil drawings and elevations, general documentation of quantities and daily production.
• Ability to use hand and power tools applicable to trade.
• Knowledge of basic vehicle inspection and maintenance including tire pressure, checking oil and water levels.
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
• Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 50 pounds.
• Must be able to pass a physical human performance evaluation .

Required Tools

• Steel-Toed Boots
• Grease Gun
• Safety Glasses
• Ear Plugs
• Safety Vest
• 24" or 48" Level
• 5lb Hammer
• Grease Certs
• Rain Gear
• Wrenches up to 1 1/4"
• Socket set up to 1 1/4"
• Stakes up to 48"
• 25' or 30' Tape Measure
• 100' Tape Measure
• String Line
• Marking Paint

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.