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Heavy Equipment Operator
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An Operating Engineer or Heavy Equipment Operator drives and operates heavy equipment used in quarries, construction sites, landfills, refuse and recycling centers, or ports. Heavy Equipment may include, but is not limited to, bulldozers, excavators, paving equipment and pile drivers.
$52,448 / year median in Florida
+16% projected growth
Job Description
We are hiring experienced Heavy Equipment Operators for a 2-month temporary assignment in Palmetto, FL , working Monday through Friday . Operators will perform finish grading using dozers to achieve precise final grades for building pads, roadways, and slopes, as well as operate heavy excavators for mass excavation, trenching, and efficient haul truck loading. Experience using GPS or laser machine control systems such as Topcon or Trimble is required for grading operations. Responsibilities Operate finish grade dozers to complete building pads, roadways, and slopes to final specifications. Operate heavy excavators for mass excavation, trenching, and haul truck loading. Use GPS or laser machine control systems (Topcon or Trimble) for precision grading. Follow safe operating practices while working around haul trucks and active job sites. Perform grading and excavation work according to project requirements. Requirements Previous experience operating heavy equipment , including dozers and excavators. Experience with finish grading . Proficiency using Topcon or Trimble GPS/laser grading systems. Ability to safely load articulated or rigid haul trucks. Heavy equipment certification required. How to Apply Submit your resume through this posting and we'll contact you as soon as possible. You can also call our branch at (813) 6540885 to schedule an appointment or visit us as a walk-in Monday through Friday . Labor Finders is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. #High1