Equipment Operator

Jobtailor; Maryland; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor seeks an experienced Equipment Operator to join our site teams around the Northern Virginia/Washington, D.C. area. You will operate excavators, dozers and loaders on heavy highway, bridge and utility projects and perform routine maintenance.

Candidates must have at least five years of related experience, safety certifications, pass a practical test and be able to work around trench boxes, ground markings and hand signals in demanding construction environments.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in the Equipment Operator position required.
• Experience commensurate with project requirements.
• Minimum five years related experience and/or training.
• Certified or approved by Safety Department or Competent person.
• Must pass practical test.
• Ability to safely climb in and out of equipment.
• Ability to operate equipment using both hands, arms, legs, foot controls, and pedals.
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
• Required close, distance, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to work safely inside a trench box.
• Ability to understand ground markings, hand signals, and grade stakes.

Responsibilities

• Operate excavators, dozers, and loaders for heavy highway, bridge, and utility projects in the Northern Virginia/Washington, D.C. area
• Check all fluids before starting the engine
• Work on pipe and utility crews as needed
• Work on heavy highway and bridge projects by moving or placing materials
• Receive written or oral instructions from the supervisor
• Perform routine maintenance, including lubricating, fueling, and cleaning equipment
• Operate equipment in a safe and responsible manner
• Assist crews and perform other duties when operator work is unavailable
• Work in construction-site environments with moving mechanical parts, weather conditions, fumes, airborne particles, vibration, chemicals, electrical hazards, and loud noise

Skills

Heavy Equipment Operation

Routine Maintenance

Safety Compliance

Five Years Related Experience

Ground Markings Understanding

Tools

Excavator Operation

Dozer Operation

Loader Operation

Equipment Safety Checks

Climbing In and Out of Equipment

Understanding Hand Signals

Operating Foot Controls

Lifting 40 Pounds

Trench Box Work

Job description

• Operate excavators, dozers, and loaders for heavy highway, bridge, and utility projects in the Northern Virginia/Washington, D.C. area
• Check all fluids before starting the engine
• Work on pipe and utility crews as needed
• Work on heavy highway and bridge projects by moving or placing materials
• Receive written or oral instructions from the supervisor
• Perform routine maintenance, including lubricating, fueling, and cleaning equipment
• Operate equipment in a safe and responsible manner
• Assist crews and perform other duties when operator work is unavailable
• Work in construction-site environments with moving mechanical parts, weather conditions, fumes, airborne particles, vibration, chemicals, electrical hazards, and loud noise

Requirements

• Prior experience in the Equipment Operator position required
• Experience commensurate with project requirements
• Minimum five years related experience and/or training
• Certified or approved by Safety Department or Competent person
• Must pass practical test
• Ability to safely climb in and out of equipment
• Ability to operate equipment using both hands, arms, legs, foot controls, and pedals
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds
• Required close, distance, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
• Ability to work safely inside a trench box
• Ability to understand ground markings, hand signals, and grade stakes

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in operating heavy equipment such as Excavators, Dozers, and Loaders for construction projects, ensuring safety and compliance with operational standards. Proficient in performing routine maintenance and adhering to safety protocols in challenging construction environments.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Heavy Equipment Operation
• Routine Maintenance
• Safety Compliance Certification
• Five Years Related Experience
• Ability to Understand Ground Markings

Hard Skills

• Excavator Operation
• Dozer Operation
• Loader Operation
• Routine Maintenance
• Equipment Safety Checks
• Climbing In and Out of Equipment
• Understanding Hand Signals
• Operating Foot Controls
• Lifting Up to 40 Pounds
• Working Inside a Trench Box

Soft Skills

• Following Instructions
• Team Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

• Safety Department Certification
• Competent Person Certification

Industry Keywords

• Heavy Highway Projects
• Bridge Projects
• Utility Projects
• Construction-Site Environment
• Mechanical Parts Safety