Equipment Operator

Strobel Energy Group; Billings (MT); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Strobel Energy Group is seeking a skilled heavy equipment operator for on-site duties in Billings, MT. You will operate graders, tractors, backhoes, excavators, loaders, forklifts, and dump trucks to support site construction and material handling.

The role requires reading civil drawings and maintaining equipment, with a strong emphasis on safety procedures and physical stamina for demanding outdoor work.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate heavy equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret civil drawings and elevations, general documentation of quantities and daily production.
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
• Extensive physical activity; heavy lifting over 50 pounds and strenuous work.

Responsibilities

• Operates graders for leveling and 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.
• Promotes safety and environmental practices in the workplace.

Skills

Operate heavy equipment

Read civil drawings

Follow safety procedures

Equipment maintenance basics

Tools

Steel-Toed Boots

Grease Gun

Safety Glasses

Ear Plugs

Safety Vest

Measuring tools

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.