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Aerotek
Heavy Equipment Operator
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What they do
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
Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window. Job Description As a CDL Driver/ Heavy Equipment Operator, you will be a critical part of our Environmental Services team supporting industrial cleaning and emergency response operations. This position offers steady work, consistent overtime opportunities, hands-on equipment operation, and long-term career growth with a family-owned company that has been in business for over 33 years. You will work in a variety of industrial environments such as power plants, chemical plants, and manufacturing facilities, operating heavy equipment and specialty vehicles while maintaining the highest safety and quality standards. •
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CDL A ACTIVE & MINIMUM 2 YEARS
- Tanker/Hazmat Endorsement is a plus
- Heavy Equipment Operation Experience
- Responsibilities
- Operate heavy equipment including excavators, skid steers, forklifts, and other industrial equipment.
- Perform industrial cleaning, tank cleaning, and drum processing activities.
- Participate in environmental remediation and emergency response operations as part of a team.
- Load, unload, set up, and break down equipment for job sites.
- Inspect, operate, and maintain equipment to ensure safe and efficient performance.
- Report equipment or vehicle issues to supervisors promptly.
- Follow all safety procedures, wear required PPE, and adhere to company policies.
- Maintain clean and organized work and break areas.
- Assist with general construction, equipment decontamination, and basic vehicle maintenance as needed.
- Complete daily timesheets and ensure proper equipment readiness.
- Communicate clearly with supervisors regarding job progress, safety, and quality concerns.
- Typical schedule averages 55 hours per week, with consistent overtime opportunities.
- Work hours may range from 40-80 hours per week depending on project needs.
- Crews generally consist of 3-5 team members, including a driver, equipment operator, and technician.
- Physical requirements include lifting up to 50 pounds and climbing ladders up to 200 feet.