Heavy Equipment Operator

BRANDENBURG INDUSTRIAL SVC CO; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 35,817 - 53,726; Full time

Job summary

Brandenburg Industrial SVC CO is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to safely operate skid steers, loaders and excavators and to perform maintenance as needed. This full-time role involves travel across multiple states and supports various construction projects.

The ideal candidate has a HS diploma or equivalent with 1–2 years of equipment experience or an apprenticeship and a safety-minded, collaborative approach to work.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–2 years' experience operating heavy equipment or completing an apprenticeship.
• Must be able to travel up to 95% and work in multiple states.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate heavy equipment (skid steers, loaders, excavators, etc.).
• Disassemble buildings and structures using biter bucket.
• Excavate and grade dirt, fill debris as needed.
• Load/unload materials from platforms or trailers.
• Install or remove loader attachments as required.
• Coordinate use of heavy equipment to separate materials.
• Perform routine maintenance, cleaning and lubrication.

Skills

Safety minded

Team collaboration

Heavy equipment operation experience

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

1-2 years' experience operating equipment or apprenticeship

Job description

Job Title: Heavy Equipment Operator

Location: Working in Multiple States

Job Type: Full-Time

Travel: Up to 95%

Salary: Hourly Range: $26.52 - $39.50 and benefit package per Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Duties / Responsibilities / Physical Requirements

• Safely operate heavy equipment (skid steers, loaders, excavators etc.)
• Use biter bucket to disassemble buildings & structures
• Excavate and grade dirt, fill &/or debris
• Unload & load materials or equipment from platforms or trailers
• Install &/or remove loader attachments
• Coordination to use heavy equipment to separate various materials
• Perform routine maintenance, cleaning and lubrication of equipment
• Agility to climb onto, into and out of equipment using ladder
• Agility to walk and work on uneven surfaces
• Agility, bodily coordination & dexterity of hands and feet
• Ability to work productively in personal protective equipment throughout work shift in all weather conditions
• Perform all work in accordance with Brandenburg's environmental and safety policies
• Regular and Predictable Performance

Education / Experience

Candidates must have a HS diploma or equivalent; 1-2 years' experience operating equipment or apprentice.

Job Specific Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Responsible and safety minded
• Knowledge on the use of multiple equipment hammer, shear, grapple and/or bucket
• Ability to make visible distinctions among various debris & scrap materials
• Ability to collaborate and work with a team

Post Location: IL, IN, IA, AZ, OK, PA, NJ, TX, GA, AL, MO, KY, TN, FL, OR, VA, NC, VA, SC