Heavy Equipment Operator

Motive Workforce; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Motive Workforce is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator for an environmental remediation site. The role involves operating excavators, dozers, backhoes, compactors, articulated dump trucks, and front-end loaders to perform earth-moving tasks while adhering to strict safety standards.

The operator will monitor equipment, perform routine maintenance, and work with CAT or John Deere controls as needed. Strong coordination and situational awareness are essential for successful, safe operations.

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy equipment on environmental/remediation sites.
• Knowledge of load capacities and stability is a plus.
• Ability to follow safety protocols and operate efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Operating heavy equipment safely and efficiently with strong skill, coordination, and situational awareness.
• Maintaining continuous attention to detail and safety while operating equipment for extended periods.
• Understanding equipment limitations, including load capacities, to avoid overloading or compromising equipment stability.

Skills

Equipment operation

Safety awareness

Coordination

Job description

Purpose of Role

The Heavy Equipment Operator will operate one or more types of heavy machinery-including excavators, dozers, backhoes, compactors, articulated dump trucks, and front‑end loaders-as part of earth‑moving activities at an environmental remediation site. Equipment may utilize CAT or John Deere controls. The role also includes performing minor maintenance and basic equipment repairs.

Primary Responsibilities Include

• Operating heavy equipment safely and efficiently with strong skill, coordination, and situational awareness
• Maintaining continuous attention to detail and safety while operating equipment for extended periods
• Understanding equipment limitations, including load capacities, to avoid overloading or compromising equipment stability