Heavy Equipment Operator – Engineering & Roadwork

Department of Interior; Tallulah, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of the Interior's Fish & Wildlife Service seeks an Engineering Equipment Operator at the Tensas River National Wildlife in Tallulah, LA. The role involves operating a range of heavy equipment to excavate, backfill, grade, and level earth, often on steep or rough terrain, to meet exact specifications.

Weekend work may be required. First-time federal hires typically start at the step 1 rate. Applicants should document experience thoroughly in their resume to support the duties described.

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy engineering equipment such as graders, bulldozers, loaders, excavators/backhoes, and compactors.
• Ability to work on steep, rough terrain to excavate, backfill, grade or level earth to exact specifications.
• Willingness to work weekends if required.
• Federal hiring processes emphasize documented experience in resumes, not just job titles.

Responsibilities

• Operate multiple types of heavy engineering equipment on site to complete earthwork projects.
• Maintain and troubleshoot equipment to ensure safe, efficient operation.
• Follow project specifications and safety procedures while working on challenging terrain.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Terrain navigation

Job description

Department of the Interior's Fish & Wildlife Service seeks an Engineering Equipment Operator at the Tensas River National Wildlife in Tallulah, LA. The role involves operating a range of heavy equipment to excavate, backfill, grade, and level earth, often on steep or rough terrain, to meet exact specifications.

Weekend work may be required. First-time federal hires typically start at the step 1 rate. Applicants should document experience thoroughly in their resume to support the duties described.