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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.
$54,776 / year median in Illinois
+11% projected growth
Job Description
View More Jobs Operator DeKalb, IL, United States Be the First to Apply Job Description Operator SUMMARY Mortenson is currently seeking an Operator that will be responsible for operating equipment as directed and specified while adhering to all rules and regulations as mandated by Mortenson safety policies and procedures.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Operate equipment such as blade, dozer, loader, scraper, forklift/telehandler, crane, bobcat/skid-steer, boom lifts/aerial lifts, roller, backhoe, and track crane Follow prescribed safety regulations and maintain clear and orderly housekeeping Perform routine maintenance, observe equipment operation, and detect malfunctions Follow work plans and pre-task cards Build relationships with diverse backgrounds and organizational levels Perform all other duties as assignedQUALIFICATIONS
Equipment certifications as required Minimum one (1) year of related experience Current driver's license of proper classification and necessary endorsements as required by law Strong teamwork orientation, positive attitude, professional customer service skills, and detail-oriented; ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and load charts Ability to operate equipment by moving levers, shifting gears, depressing pedals, and maneuvering steering wheels; knowledge of equipment and their uses; basic mathematical skills Ability to work independently with active listening and effective communication skills, open to diverse input and feedback Repetitive hand, arm, leg movements- Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling: up to 50 lbs.
Please note:
this position description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position. The duties and responsibilities of this position may change without notice.- Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling over 50 lbs will be done with assistance of another team member or equipment.
Please make note:
Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position. Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.ABOUT MORTENSON
As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact. Let's Redefine Possible® Equal Employment Opportunity Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category. Other Items to Note Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement. Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. Apply Now Job Info Job Identification 23553 Job Category Operators Posting Date 08/26/2026, 05:25 PM Apply Before 09/12/2026, 12:00 AM Job Schedule Full time Locations 1540 Gurler Rd, Dekalb, IL, 60115, US © MapTiler © OpenStreetMap contributors Legend Jobs at a location Group of locations © MapTiler © OpenStreetMap contributors | © Oracle Corporation Terms Legal Notices Use control and scroll to zoom the map Use two fingers to move the map 1540 Gurler Rd, Dekalb, IL, 60115, US Copy to Clipboard Similar Jobs Project Finance Operations Supervisor Itasca, IL, United States Posted on 06/10/2026 Civil Craft Operator Foreman- Heritage Prairie Reddick, IL, United States Posted on 04/06/2026 Operator Foreman Civil Craft Operator Journeyman
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