Heavy Equipment Operator II - Water & Wastewater Projects

American Contracting and Environmental Services, Inc; Chesapeake, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

American Contracting & Environmental Services (ACE) is seeking an Operator II to operate excavators, backhoes and other heavy equipment at wastewater treatment projects in Chesapeake, VA. The role emphasizes safety, reliability and adherence to procedures to meet production targets.

You will perform routine inspections, preventive maintenance, document activity logs, and collaborate with team members to resolve issues and implement process improvements in a fast-paced field setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience operating heavy equipment in industrial settings.
• Basic safety protocol knowledge and ability to follow procedures.
• Ability to read manuals and technical documents.

Responsibilities

• Operate construction and heavy equipment at wastewater projects following safety guidelines.
• Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance.
• Identify, report and troubleshoot operational issues to maintain production flow.
• Maintain production data, maintenance logs, and incident reports.
• Collaborate with team to implement process improvements and quality standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to read technical manuals

Safety awareness

Follow instructions accurately

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Equipment operation certification or industrial safety certification

Job description

American Contracting & Environmental Services (ACE) is seeking an Operator II to operate excavators, backhoes and other heavy equipment at wastewater treatment projects in Chesapeake, VA. The role emphasizes safety, reliability and adherence to procedures to meet production targets.

You will perform routine inspections, preventive maintenance, document activity logs, and collaborate with team members to resolve issues and implement process improvements in a fast-paced field setting.