Heavy Equipment Operator

Msdprojectclear; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District (MSD) in Ferguson, MO, is seeking a skilled heavy equipment operator to support the construction and maintenance of sanitary and storm sewer facilities. You will operate back hoes, excavators, skid steers and trucks, perform minor repairs, and supervise assigned crews.

Minimum five years of related experience is required. A valid Class A CDL with air brakes and tanker endorsements must be obtained within three months.

Qualifications

• Five (5) years of experience in maintenance and operation of heavy construction vehicles and equipment.
• Thorough knowledge of operation, servicing and daily maintenance of heavy construction equipment and vehicles.
• Special requirement: valid Class A CDL with air brakes and tanker endorsements within 3 months of employment.
• Pursuant to MSD policy, designated as safety sensitive; must pass a DOT drug test.

Responsibilities

• Operates heavy construction vehicles and equipment such as back hoe, excavator, skid steer, or truck mounted crane to dig trenches and lay pipe.
• Inspects and services vehicles and performs minor repairs; transfers equipment for safe operation.
• Supervises work of assigned employees and performs related work as required by supervisor.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Equipment maintenance

Supervising others

Safety compliance

Reading/writing instructions

Traffic law knowledge

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Class A CDL with air brakes endorsement

Tanker endorsement

Job description

The Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District provides comprehensive wastewater and storm water management services to residents and businesses in both St. Louis City and County. As one of the most recognized employers in the region and a fixture in the downtown area, MSD employs over 900 individuals in a wide-range of roles including skilled crafts and laborers, engineering, information technology, finance, human resources and administration support. We invite you to be part of the team!

Saint Louis, MO, United States

Job Info

• Job Identification 100483
• Posting Date 08/07/2026, 07:07 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 7500 Mintert Industrial Drive, Ferguson, MO, 63135, US
• Minimum Salary $70,424.64
• Maximum Salary $92,457.04

Job Description

Under general supervision, operates and performs minor maintenance of heavy construction vehicles and equipment to assist in the construction and maintenance of sanitary and storm sewer facilities.

Essential Functions:

• Operates heavy construction vehicles and equipment such as a back hoe, excavator, skid steer or truck mounted crane in digging trenches, loading trucks, lowering pipe/ shoring and back filling
• operates equipment such as a wheel loader in loading trucks at ground level
• inspects and services vehicle and makes minor repairs
• makes minor repairs to all equipment; transfers equipment and stations for safe operation
• supervises work of assigned employees

Additional Responsibilities:

• Perform related work as required or as delegated by supervisor.

Physical Demands

• Stationary Position: Constantly
• Move/Traverse: Constantly
• Stationary Position/Seated: Rarely
• Transport/Lifting: Constantly
• Transport/Carrying: Constantly
• Exerting Force/Pushing: Constantly
• Exerting Force/Pulling: Constantly
• Ascend/Descend: Constantly
• Balancing: Constantly
• Position Self/Stooping: Constantly
• Position Self/Kneeling: Constantly
• Position Self/Crouching: Constantly
• Position Self/Crawling: Constantly
• Reaching: Constantly
• Handling: Constantly
• Grasping: Constantly
• Feeling: Constantly
• Communicate/Talking: Constantly
• Communicate/Hearing: Frequently
• Repetitive Motions: Constantly
• Coordination: Constantly
• Extreme cold: Frequently
• Extreme heat: Frequently
• Humidity: Frequently
• Wet: Occasionally
• Noise: Constantly
• Hazards: Constantly
• Temperature Change: Frequently
• Atmospheric Conditions: Frequently
• Vibration: Frequently

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Training and Experience:

• Five (5) years of experience in maintenance and operation of heavy construction vehicles and equipment

Desirable Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Thorough knowledge of the operation, servicing and daily maintenance of heavy construction equipment and vehicles
• Considerable knowledge of traffic laws, ordinances and regulations involved in vehicle and equipment operation
• Considerable knowledge of occupational hazards and proper safety precautions
• Skill in the operation of heavy equipment used to dig trenches, lay pipe on grade and repair sewer pipe, hoist and set heavy materials, clear and grade land, spread and compact asphalt, trench compaction equipment, operate boom truck
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to supervise the work of subordinates

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:

Must possess an appropriate, valid Class A Commercial Driver's License with endorsements for air brakes and tanker issued by the state in which employee resides within the first three (3) months of employment.

Pursuant to MSD's "Substance Abuse Policy and Procedures", this position has been designated as safety sensitive, and candidate must pass a D.O.T. Drug Test for this position. Employees occupying this position are subject to Federal (D.O.T.) Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulations.

All current employees must have a 'Meets Expectations' or 'Proficient' rating on their most recent performance evaluation to be eligible.

Qualifications

Training and Experience:

• Highschool diploma/GED
• Five (5) years of experience in maintenance and operation of heavy construction vehicles and equipment

Desirable Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Thorough knowledge of the operation, servicing and daily maintenance of heavy construction equipment and vehicles
• Considerable knowledge of traffic laws, ordinances and regulations involved in vehicle and equipment operation
• Considerable knowledge of occupational hazards and proper safety precautions
• Skill in the operation of heavy equipment used to dig trenches, lay pipe on grade and repair sewer pipe, hoist and set heavy materials, clear and grade land, spread and compact asphalt, trench compaction equipment, operate boom truck
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to supervise the work of subordinates

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:

Must possess an appropriate, valid Class A Commercial Driver's License with endorsements for air brakes and tanker issued by the state in which employee resides within the first three (3) months of employment.

Pursuant to MSD's "Substance Abuse Policy and Procedures", this position has been designated as safety sensitive, and candidate must pass a D.O.T. Drug Test for this position. Employees occupying this position are subject to Federal (D.O.T.) Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulations.

All current employees must have a 'Meets Expectations' or 'Proficient' rating on their most recent performance evaluation to be eligible.