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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.
$55,839 / year median in North Carolina
+9% projected growth
Job Description
The Heavy Equipment Operators safely operate heavy equipment used to load/unload ISO containers and military equipment. Responsible for performing Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services daily and reporting all discrepancies to the lead and maintenance scheduler.
The ability to work in difficult weather conditions.
General Duties and Responsibilities:
The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for keeping all heavy equipment assigned in good working condition by performing PMCS Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services. Ensures inspections are conducted and discrepancies are corrected when possible or turned in to maintenance for repair. Loading and Off-loading 20/TEUs and other oversize equipment using the Kalmar/ Terex and Crane on the installation. Attends training as required. Performs other job-related duties as directed from supervisor.Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Training Requirements:
Valid Drivers License (preferred Class A or B CDLs in order to operate the crane)The ability to work overtime as required.The ability to work in difficult weather conditions.