Heavy Equipment Operator - Refinery Pro

Matrix Service Company; Bellingham (WA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental plan

Vision plan

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) match

ESPP

Wellness program

Adoption assistance

Job summary

Matrix Service Company is seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment Operator to work under direction on daily crew tasks and operate a range of heavy machinery including backhoes, excavators, dozers, loaders, graders and trenchers on site in Washington. The role requires strict adherence to safety standards, clear communication with the team, and precise operation of lifting and positioning equipment.

Responsibilities include daily inspections, supporting construction and maintenance activities, and

Qualifications

• Requires thorough safety knowledge and adherence to standards.
• Able to communicate clearly with team members, supervisors, and other departments.
• Proficiency with mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems and ability to read technical manuals.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment (backhoes, excavators, dozers, loaders, graders, trenchers).
• Perform daily equipment inspections for safety and reliability.
• Maintain safety with PPE and fall protection protocols; follow directions closely.
• Support construction and maintenance efforts with forklifts, extend-a-booms, and bundle trucks.

Skills

Safety compliance

Team communication

Mechanical knowledge

Schematics reading

Tools

Forklifts

Manlifts

Job description

Matrix Service Company is seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment Operator to work under direction on daily crew tasks and operate a range of heavy machinery including backhoes, excavators, dozers, loaders, graders and trenchers on site in Washington. The role requires strict adherence to safety standards, clear communication with the team, and precise operation of lifting and positioning equipment.

Responsibilities include daily inspections, supporting construction and maintenance activities, and