IC Machine Operator

Interview Now; West Virginia; Presencial; USD 42.000 - 48.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Octane Environmental seeks an Entry-Level IC Machine Operator to support oil & gas and containment projects by operating heavy equipment safely in field conditions. You will perform inspections, complete skills assessments, and maintain certifications while collaborating with team members to meet project goals.

Travel daily to client sites across WV is required, with work outdoors in varying weather. The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and readiness to handle assigned tasks in demanding

Formación

• Minimum 1 year of outside industry experience operating heavy equipment in a field environment.
• Proven proficiency with PIT, Aerial Lift, Skid Loader, or similar machinery.
• Willingness to pass written and performance-based skills assessments for equipment operation.
• Active PEC Safety Certification and OSHA 10, or willingness to obtain these certifications.
• Dependable with a strong safety record and commitment to safety standards.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and lift heavy equipment as needed.

Responsabilidades

• Operate powered industrial equipment including Skid Loaders, PIT, and Aerial Lifts in various field conditions.
• Perform daily inspections and basic maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety.
• Complete written and performance-based skills assessments for all required machinery.
• Maintain current safety certifications such as PEC and OSHA 10, and obtain additional certifications as needed.
• Demonstrate reliability through punctuality, strong work ethic, and readiness to perform assigned tasks.
• Adhere to safety protocols and environmental regulations to protect personnel and operations.
• Collaborate effectively with team members and supervisors to meet project goals.

Conocimientos

Heavy equipment operation

Safety-conscious

Teamwork

Herramientas

PIT

Aerial Lift

Skid Loader

Descripción del empleo

Project locations throughout WV (outside area on occasion in the U.S.)

Full-Time

Entry Level

Posted September 22, 2026

Apply by December 20, 2026

Job Overview

The Entry-Level IC Machine Operator at Octane Environmental plays a vital role in supporting oil & gas and environmental containment projects by operating heavy equipment safely and efficiently. This position ensures the successful execution of field operations, contributing to the company's commitment to safety, quality, and reliability in challenging environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate powered industrial equipment including Skid Loaders, PIT, and Aerial Lifts in various field conditions
• Perform daily inspections and basic maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety
• Complete written and performance-based skills assessments for all required machinery
• Maintain current safety certifications such as PEC and OSHA 10, and obtain additional certifications as needed
• Demonstrate reliability through punctuality, strong work ethic, and readiness to perform assigned tasks
• Adhere to safety protocols and environmental regulations to protect personnel and operations
• Collaborate effectively with team members and supervisors to meet project goals

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of outside industry experience operating heavy equipment in a field environment
• Proven proficiency with PIT, Aerial Lift, Skid Loader, or similar machinery
• Willingness to pass written and performance-based skills assessments for equipment operation
• Active PEC Safety Certification and OSHA 10, or willingness to obtain these certifications
• Dependable with a strong safety record and a commitment to safety standards
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and lift heavy equipment as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications on multiple pieces of heavy or industrial equipment
• Experience working in oilfield, containment, or industrial environments with a focus on safety
• Ability to identify minor equipment issues and perform basic troubleshooting
• Strong teamwork skills and the ability to communicate effectively with diverse crews
• Willingness to learn new skills and adapt to changing project requirements

Salary: $20 to $23/hour

Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. and hold a valid driver's license.

Travel: Field-based; Travel daily to our client sites throughout WV (within 50-100 miles of our office/yard).

About Octane Environmental

Company Overview

Octane Environmental LLC (Octane) delivers integrated field services across containment systems, tank solutions and industrial cleaning applications and throughout the full project lifecycle. From site preparation and system installation to ongoing maintenance, operational support and safety and rescue services, the company helps keep energy, industrial, environmental and selected municipal infrastructure operations running safely and efficiently.Octane serves the industries below with the range of services below.

• Oil & Gas (Upstream, Midstream and Facilities)
• Renewable Energy (RNG/Biogas)
• Industrial and Manufacturing
• Environmental
• Municipal and Commercial Infrastructure

• Containment & Infrastructure Systems (Liner systems, secondary containment, steel wall and site protection solutions for drilling, production, and industrial operations.)
• Tanks & Fluid Management (Fully assembled, internally lined tank systems with installation, integration, and maintenance support.)
• Industrial & Environmental Services (Vacuum, cleaning, solids processing, and dewatering services supporting critical operations.)
• Safety & Rescue Services (Standby rescue, confined space support, and safety oversight for high-risk environments.)
• Field Services & Site Support (Skilled crews, operators, and logistics support for construction, installation, and field operations.)
• Specialty Services (Bespoke or custom services that complement the above.)

Mission

Protect. Solve. Deliver. Improve.Octane Environmental protects people, the environment and our clients’ operations by delivering safe, innovative, high-quality and reliable services and outcomes in demanding environments. We bring experienced professionals, technical expertise, disciplined execution, and an unwavering commitment to safety and integrity to every project — solving complex problems, minimizing risk and downtime, and delivering results our clients can trust.

• Delivering excellence. We develop and deliver our full spectrum of services to clients safely, reliably, efficiently and with highest quality.
• Growing our people and capabilities. We continuously develop our employees, strengthen our capabilities, and communicate with our stakeholders, in safety and with excellence, integrity and respect.
• Operating with integrity and purpose. We conduct our business and interact with our clients, colleagues, communities and environment with integrity, while pursuing environmental improvement and sustainability.
• Strengthening our communities. We serve and are responsible, productive, engaged members of the communities where we live and work.

Vision

Octane Environmental invests in our people, capabilities, equipment, client relationships, and services with the vision of safely, efficiently and effectively sustaining and improving the natural and built environments in which we and our clients and communities operate.

Culture

Octane Environmental company culture can be summed up as “Doing the Right Thing.”As Octane’s Code of Conduct and Business Ethics states, “a company’s reputation for integrity is its most valuable asset and is directly related to the conduct of its officers and employees.”When in doubt, each employee should prioritize “doing the right or ethical thing,” and doing it well. Examples include but are not limited to:

• Being honest in all actions and communication
• Building and maintaining trust with colleagues and clients
• Observing the Golden Rule (“Treat others as you wish to be treated”) in dealing with colleagues, supervisors, direct-reports and clients (be willing to help; don’t wait to be asked to help)
• Completing a task so that it is done thoroughly and correctly
• Complying with Octane’s, regulators’ and our clients’ policies, rules, requirements and all laws
• Raising one’s hand/ seeking help/ asking questions sooner rather than later
• Addressing problems – or issues of risk or concern – with one’s manager or HR
• Communicating status, questions, challenges earlier rather than later
• Respecting the property, time, personal boundaries and priorities of others
• Collaborating with your colleagues to achieve mutual goals
• Arriving early to be on time
• Committing to self-improvement (completing the certification courses, seeking information on self-improvement for required tasks)
• Observing and complying with all the requirements and policies in Octane’s Code of Conduct and Business Ethics and the Octane DOT and NON-DOT Drug and Alcohol Plan and Policies

Our Values

As a company and as individuals, Octane commits to observing, upholding and continuously implementing these core values so that we are constantly building trust and credibility:

• Safety: On the job and while preparing for the job (getting good sleep, adhering to the company’s drug and alcohol policies)- Traveling to and from work sites- While operating and handling equipment- Wearing and adhering to the correct and proper use of PPE- While interacting with all client and Octane personnel*
• Integrity, including: Honesty in all interactions, internal and external- Open and proactive communication with each other, our clients, our stakeholders, our regulators and our communities
• Compliance with the letter and spirit of Octane’s and our clients’ policies, rules, requirements- Adherence to and compliance with all ethical standards, laws and regulations- Recording time, expenditures and tasks honestly- Operating and executing so that our colleagues and clients trust us. Octane’s people do not exploit situations or services for personal or private financial or in‑kind gain.
• Excellence, including: Performing each task with the highest standards, thoroughness and efficiency- Commiting to and delivering the highest quality in all tasks and services great and small, for each other and our clients- Being accountable for upholding our commitments and taking responsibility for our actions, individual and corporate- Thinking to anticipate the next step or need, proactively considering issues and seeking guidance, maintaining a risk‑averting mindset
• Environmental sustainability, which means Octane commits to preserving, improving and sustaining the natural and physical environments of our work sites.
• Collaboration and cooperation with each other and with on‑site clients to achieve the goals set forth in each task or project.

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