Heavy Equipment Operator - Oil & Gas

Keystone Clearwater Solutions; Wheeling (WV); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays

Medical / Dental / Vision coverage

401k with a company match

Paid Time Off

Voluntary Life Insurance

401k with match

PTO

Employee Assistance

Professional Development

Employee Referrals

Voluntary Benefits

Job summary

A leading oil and gas services company is seeking skilled Oil and Gas Construction Techs. You will support field operations by operating heavy equipment, setup and teardown of site equipment, and following safety protocols. This physically demanding job requires a high school diploma, at least 1 year of relevant experience, and a valid driver's license. You must be comfortable working outdoors, travel overnight, and work 12-hour shifts, including days, nights, and weekends. Benefits include medical coverage, 401k with match, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a roustabout or field operator in oil & gas role.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions and undergoing overnight travel.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Equipment certifications are preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Set up and tear down equipment such as generators and piping.
• Safely operate heavy equipment like excavators and dozers.
• Fuel and inspect equipment; complete daily maintenance checklists.
• Assist with water transfer and frac support activities as needed.
• Monitor on-site activity to ensure safety protocols are followed.
• Maintain clear communication across teams using radios, phones, and in-person updates.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and safe.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Excavators

Dozers

Skid steers

Telehandlers

Job description

Description

We are hiring a skilled Oil and Gas Construction Techs with heavy equipment experience to support field operations. This role involves a mix of physical labor and equipment operation, including setup and teardown of job site equipment, pad maintenance, fueling, and operating machines such as excavators, skid steers, telehandlers, and dozers. The work is fast‑paced, outdoors, and requires regular travel and overnight stays.

Department: Water Transfer

Location: Wheeling, WV

Responsibilities

• Set up and tear down equipment such as generators, piping, containment, and light towers.
• Safely operate heavy equipment, including excavators, dozers, skid steers, and telehandlers.
• Fuel and inspect equipment, complete daily maintenance checklists, and report issues.
• Assist with water transfer and frac support activities as needed.
• Monitor on‑site activity to ensure safety protocols are followed.
• Maintain clear communication across teams using radios, phones, and in‑person updates.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and safe.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum 1 year of experience as a roustabout, field operator, or similar oil & gas role.
• Proven ability to operate heavy equipment (excavator, dozer, skid steer, telehandler).
• Equipment certifications preferred but not required.
• Strong teamwork, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions and with overnight travel as needed.
• 12‑hour shifts | Days & Nights | Overtime & Weekend availability.

Benefits

• Paid Holidays
• Medical / Dental / Vision coverage
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Company Paid Life Insurance and Accidental & Dismemberment Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• 401k with a company match
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional Development Programs
• Employee Referral Programs
• Voluntary Benefits Offered