Travel-Ready Heavy Equipment Operator in Field Fuel Systems

Anderson Environmental Contracting LLC; Kelso (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical insurance

Dental and vision

FSA/HSA

Paid time off

401(k) with match

Cell phone allowance

Training opportunities

Career development

Job summary

Anderson Environmental Contracting LLC in Washington state is seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator to join our Fuel Construction Service Line. This hands-on field role involves operating excavators, bulldozers, loaders, and support equipment on fuel-system installation, maintenance, and decommissioning projects.

You will follow project plans, meet schedules, and maintain safety standards while traveling across the Pacific Northwest up to 70% of the year.

Qualifications

• At least five years of heavy‑equipment operating experience.
• Competency operating excavators, bulldozers, loaders, or similar equipment.
• Knowledge of basic equipment maintenance and inspection procedures.
• Familiarity with computerized equipment controls and electronic operating systems.
• Willingness to travel throughout the Pacific Northwest, including overnight assignments.
• Valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate excavators, bulldozers, loaders, dump trucks, and related heavy equipment.
• Perform excavation, trenching, grading, backfilling, and material handling.
• Support installation, maintenance, and decommissioning of underground and aboveground fuel systems.
• Follow project plans, grade requirements, equipment limitations, and supervisor instructions.
• Meet established project schedules, production goals, and quality requirements.
• Complete daily equipment inspections and safety documentation.
• Perform routine cleaning, lubrication, and basic preventive maintenance.
• Identify and promptly report equipment damage, malfunctions, leaks, or maintenance concerns.
• Understand and follow ground‑disturbance, excavation, trenching, and underground‑utility safety requirements.
• Establish and maintain safe operating zones around equipment.
• Communicate effectively with spotters, laborers, supervisors, subcontractors, and other site personnel.
• Load, unload, secure, and mobilize equipment when qualified and authorized.
• Assist with general construction and field‑labor activities when equipment operation is not required.
• Participate in daily tailgate meetings, job safety analyses, inspections, and other required safety activities.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe worksite.
• Perform other duties and project assignments as needed.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Equipment maintenance

Safety compliance

Reading project plans

Travel willingness

Job description

Anderson Environmental Contracting LLC in Washington state is seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator to join our Fuel Construction Service Line. This hands-on field role involves operating excavators, bulldozers, loaders, and support equipment on fuel-system installation, maintenance, and decommissioning projects.

You will follow project plans, meet schedules, and maintain safety standards while traveling across the Pacific Northwest up to 70% of the year.