Equipment Operator

Opus; Lorton (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Tuition assistance

Disability insurance

Job summary

A leading environmental solutions company is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator for the Edgewood Commons project in Washington DC. The ideal candidate will operate a remote motor vehicle emissions sensor and compile emissions data under minimal supervision. This entry-level role requires a high level of technical knowledge and the ability to lift 75 pounds. The position offers full-time employment with benefits, including medical insurance and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• Ability to work varied hours, including weekends, alone with minimal supervision.
• High level of ability to read and understand equipment and procedure manuals.
• Effectively communicate equipment problems to technical support personnel.

Responsibilities

• Daily set up, operation and breakdown of a remote emissions sensor.
• Compile and deliver collected emissions data as instructed.
• Maintain performance and appearance of assigned company vehicle.

Skills

Basic technical knowledge

Knowledge of Fairfax County area

Verbal and written English communication skills

Windows OS, e-mail and word processing skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to lift 75 pounds

Organizational and housekeeping skills

Job description

Job Overview

Heavy Equipment Operator – Wet Utilities – Edgewood Commons V, Washington DC

Relies on basic manual/technical skills and works independently under remote supervision. Requires long periods of time alone in remote locations and confined space. Requires heavy lifting (75 lbs+) and manual dexterity.

Job Duties

• Daily set up, operation and break down of a remote on‑road motor vehicle emissions sensor
• Work long hours in a mobile unit without a break room
• Compile and deliver collected emissions data periodically, as instructed
• Support data processing activities as needed
• Maintain performance and appearance of assigned company vehicle and associated equipment
• Maintain service log on company vehicle and activity log on data collection
• Keep personal safety and motorist safety as the first priority by following proper safety procedures
• Follow local codes, safety procedures, erect proper signage and cones for equipment set up
• Maintain contact with administrator/supervisor
• Other duties as assigned by administrator/supervisor

Qualifications

• Basic technical knowledge
• Knowledge of the Fairfax County area
• Verbal and written English communication skills
• Windows OS, e‑mail and word processing computer skills
• DOS command knowledge
• Interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with internal and external customers
• Ability to lift 75 pounds
• High level of ability to read and understand equipment and procedure manuals
• Effectively communicate equipment problems to technical support personnel
• Good organizational and housekeeping skills
• Ability to work varied hours, including weekends, alone with minimal supervision

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Production

Industries

Climate Technology Product Manufacturing and Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid maternity leave
• Paid paternity leave
• Tuition assistance
• Disability insurance