Heavy Equipment Operator

Stefanini, Inc; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

Stefanini, Inc in Long Beach, CA is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator for environmental remediation projects. You will operate excavators, bulldozers, backhoes, and other heavy machinery, while performing basic maintenance.

Required are 4+ years in civil construction, 5+ years operating heavy equipment, and certifications such as HAZWOPER. High school diploma or GED is required; travel to local sites is expected. Pay ranges from $35 to $50+ per hour DOE.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience on civil construction projects.
• 5+ years of experience as a heavy equipment operator.
• Proven ability to operate excavators, bulldozers, backhoes, compactors, ADTs, and front-end loaders.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Current 40-Hour HAZWOPER and 8-Hour HAZWOPER Refresher certifications.
• Formal training and certification on assigned equipment.
• Ability to read grading plans and interpret cut/fill stakes.
• Willingness to travel to local project sites.
• Strong teamwork skills and adaptability to changing site conditions.

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

Safety awareness

Coordination

Situational awareness

Reading grading plans

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

HAZWOPER 40-Hour

HAZWOPER Refresher 8-Hour

Equipment training/certification

Tools

CAT controls

John Deere controls

Excavators, bulldozers, backhoes, compactors, ADTs, loaders

Job description

Job Details

Construction

Heavy Equipment Operator

Long Beach,CA

Posted:5/8/2026

Job Description Job ID#:

86598

Job Category: Construction

Position Type: Contract

Duration: 3+ mos

Shift: 1

Positions Available: 3

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

Job Requirements Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience on civil construction projects
• 5+ years of experience as a heavy equipment operator
• Proven ability to operate excavators, bulldozers, backhoes, compactors, articulated dump trucks, and front‑end loaders
• High school diploma or GED
• Current 40‑Hour HAZWOPER and 8‑Hour HAZWOPER Refresher certifications
• Formal training and certification on assigned equipment
• Ability to read grading plans and interpret cut/fill stakes
• Willingness to travel to local project sites
• Strong teamwork skills
• Ability to adapt to changing site conditions

Hourly Pay Rate: $35 - 50+/hr DOE