Heavy Equipment Operator – Roads & Site Construction

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS); Montpelier (ID); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) Montpelier Field Unit seeks an Engineering Equipment Operator to drive and operate heavy equipment, grade surfaces, and perform field maintenance across project sites.

The role requires a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Class A endorsement, a current driver's license, and strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures in demanding outdoor environments.

Qualifications

• ABILITY TO DO THE WORK OF AN ENGINEERING EQUIPMENT OPERATOR WITHOUT MORE THAN NORMAL SUPERVISION (SCREEN-OUT).

Responsibilities

• Drive and operate semi-trucks trailer, load, secure, and haul equipment to and from project sites.
• Operate road graders, crawlers, tractors with bulldozer or angledozer blades, backhoes, front-end loaders, excavators, wheel loaders, trench diggers, skid steers, and large industrial tractors with attachments.
• Operate gasoline or diesel-powered engineering, construction, and heavy equipment to grade surfaces to rough specifications on all types of terrain.
• Perform daily maintenance checks and service, coordinate major repairs, replace worn parts, and troubleshoot equipment issues.
• Interpret plans and profiles for roads, buildings, and earthwork construction using engineering equipment to meet specifications.
• Conduct basic building maintenance and repairs, including plumbing, outlets, lighting, power fixtures, wiring, and circuit breakers.
• Use diagnostic tools to identify and assess deficiencies within water and electrical systems and provide timely maintenance solutions.

Skills

Engineering equipment operation

Job description

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) Montpelier Field Unit seeks an Engineering Equipment Operator to drive and operate heavy equipment, grade surfaces, and perform field maintenance across project sites.

The role requires a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Class A endorsement, a current driver's license, and strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures in demanding outdoor environments.