Lead Heavy Equipment Operator

Washington Department of Natural Resources; Washington; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington Department of Social and Health Services seeks an Equipment Operator Lead to provide technical leadership for heavy equipment operators and maintenance staff across multiple sites.

You will supervise daily work, ensure safety standards, coordinate equipment, personnel, and resources, and perform maintenance and site activities at Eastern State Hospital, Lakeland Village, Pinelodge, and surrounding properties.

Qualifications

• One year of full-time experience as a journey heavy equipment operator.
• Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license (Class A CDL).
• Equivalent education/experience may substitute for minimum qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily work direction and provide technical guidance to operators and maintenance personnel.
• Coordinate assignments and establish priorities to complete projects efficiently.
• Operate and lead heavy equipment per plans and safety standards.
• Perform routine inspections and coordinate maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Promote safety and ensure compliance with vehicle and site safety rules.
• Maintain basic records of operations and communicate progress to supervisors.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Leadership

Safety compliance

Communication

Education

CDL Class A with tanker endorsement

Job description

Washington Department of Social and Health Services seeks an Equipment Operator Lead to provide technical leadership for heavy equipment operators and maintenance staff across multiple sites.

You will supervise daily work, ensure safety standards, coordinate equipment, personnel, and resources, and perform maintenance and site activities at Eastern State Hospital, Lakeland Village, Pinelodge, and surrounding properties.