Heavy Equipment Operator - Dredge & Shoreline Work

US Army Corps of Engineers; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

US Army Corps of Engineers, Great Lakes and Ohio River Division - Chicago District, is seeking an Engineering Equipment Operator (WG-5716) to maintain and operate district facilities and coastal navigation structures. The role includes operating wheel loaders, bulldozers, track loaders, excavators, small watercraft, and performing carpentry and painting tasks along with safety responsibilities.

duties include moving heavy stones, dredge material handling, road construction on uneven terrain, and

Qualifications

• Experience operating engineering equipment and performing skilled duties
• Ability to operate heavy equipment near drop-offs and obstructions
• Ability to work in varying weather and outdoor conditions

Responsibilities

• Operate Engineering Equipment and small watercraft, performing skilled duties
• Operate a wheel loader to move material between storage and barge positions
• Operate bulldozer to move dredged material and prepare disposal areas
• Operate track loaders and excavators to clear shoreline debris and construct roads
• Operate small boats to ferry personnel and supplies
• Perform carpentry maintenance and paint District facilities, ensuring safety of vessel, passengers, and cargo

Job description

US Army Corps of Engineers, Great Lakes and Ohio River Division - Chicago District, is seeking an Engineering Equipment Operator (WG-5716) to maintain and operate district facilities and coastal navigation structures. The role includes operating wheel loaders, bulldozers, track loaders, excavators, small watercraft, and performing carpentry and painting tasks along with safety responsibilities.

duties include moving heavy stones, dredge material handling, road construction on uneven terrain, and