Equipment Operator in Casper

Energy Jobline ZR; Casper (WY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

EnerMech is seeking a safety‑conscious Heavy Equipment Operator to support construction and infrastructure projects. You will operate bulldozers, excavators, loaders, backhoes, cranes, graders, and compactors, performing excavation, earthmoving, grading, and site prep.

The role requires strong situational awareness, teamwork, and adherence to company procedures and industry standards for equipment operation and maintenance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience operating various heavy machinery; 1–2 years preferred.
• Knowledge of safety standards, hazard recognition, and emergency procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy machinery safely and efficiently to complete construction or infrastructure projects.
• Perform routine maintenance and inspections on equipment.
• Read and interpret site plans, schematics, and construction drawings.
• Coordinate with team members and supervisors to maintain workflow and timelines.
• Adhere to safety protocols, wear protective gear, and report hazards or accidents.
• Assist in installation of utilities, structures, or paving operations as required.
• Maintain records of work performed, including hours, tasks, and equipment issues.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Reading manuals/schematics

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

At EnerMech, we are dedicated to delivering safe, efficient, and high-quality solutions that support critical energy and infrastructure projects. We are currently seeking an experienced and safety-conscious Heavy Equipment Operator to join our team. This position plays a vital role in supporting construction and operational activities by safely operating a variety of heavy machinery in demanding field environments.

The ideal candidate will have proven experience operating equipment such as bulldozers, excavators, loaders, backhoes, cranes, graders, and compactors to perform tasks including excavation, earthmoving, grading, material handling, and site preparation. This individual must possess strong situational awareness, a commitment to safety, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team while ensuring equipment is operated and maintained in accordance with company procedures and industry standards.

Job Description:

• Operating heavy machinery safely and efficiently to complete construction or infrastructure projects


• Performingroutine maintenance and inspections on equipment to ensure proper functioning


• Reading and interpretingsite plans, schematics, and construction drawings to execute tasks accurately


• Coordinating with team members and supervisors to maintain workflow and project timelines


• Adhering tosafety protocols, wearing protective gear, and reporting hazards or accidents


• Assisting in installation of utilities, structures, or paving operations as required


• Keeping records of work performed, including hours, tasks, and equipment issues

Requirements

Required Skills and Qualifications

• High school diploma or GEDis typically required


• Experience operating various heavy machineryis , with some positions requiring 1–2 years of practical experience


• Manual dexterity, hand-eye coordination, and physical staminato handle machinery and work in diverse weather conditions


• Ability toread technical manuals, prints, and schematics


• Knowledge ofsafety standards, hazard recognition, and emergency procedures


• Validdriver’s licenseand, in some cases,certifications for specific equipment

Heavy Equipment Operators work primarilyoutdoors in all weather conditions, often on construction sites, roads, or utility projectsThe role requires:

• Walking, standing, bending, twisting, stooping, lifting, and carrying materials


• Coordinating hands, eyes, and feet to operate machinery controls


• Ability to travel or work away from home for extended periods