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Heavy Equipment Operator
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QPS Employment Group
Lincoln, NE (In Person)
$54,080 Salary, Full-Time
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Job Description Position Title:
Heavy Equipment Operator Salary:
$47,840- 60,320 per year QPS Employment Group has a great opportunity for a Heavy Equipment Operator position at a company in Lincoln, NE. This is a direct hire position. Heavy Equipment Operator Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Safely operate heavy equipment including excavators, bulldozers, graders, backhoes, and paving equipment.
- Perform grading, excavation, and material movement to meet project specifications.
- Communicate effectively with crew members to ensure safe and accurate equipment operation.
- Conduct daily equipment inspections to ensure proper functionality and safety.
- Perform minor maintenance and basic repairs; report major issues to appropriate personnel.
- Adjust equipment operation based on terrain, grade, and site conditions.
- Assist with general labor tasks and support plant or job site operations as needed.
- Follow all company safety policies and procedures at all times.
- Maintain awareness of surroundings, including moving equipment and changing site conditions.
- Support team productivity and project timelines by adapting to changing priorities.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support project completion.
Heavy Equipment Operator Requirements:
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Minimum of 1 year of heavy equipment operating experience (construction environment preferred).
- Experience operating graders, backhoes, track hoes, and other specialty equipment strongly preferred.
- Valid driver's license required.
- Strong understanding of job site safety practices and equipment operation standards.
- Ability to read and understand basic instructions, work orders, and project details.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work within a team environment.
- Ability to apply practical problem-solving skills in field conditions.
- Work extended schedules based on project demands, including 12-hour shifts and 5-6-day work weeks during peak season.
- Lift, carry, and move materials up to 60 lbs. as needed.
- Sit and operate equipment for extended periods, including exposure to vibration and movement.
- Work outdoors in varied weather conditions including heat, cold, and humidity.
- Navigate uneven terrain and active construction zones safely.
About us:
QPS Employment Group is a full-service staffing firm comprised of dedicated and passionate people with over 50 offices throughout the United States. We place great people with great companies in industrial, skilled trades, administrative, manufacturing, general labor and professional employment. Hiring immediately! Why Work with QPS?- Access to sought-after positions with leading employers
- Dedicated placement specialists who will guide you through every step of the job search process Best of all, our job matching and resume assistance services are 100% free to job seekers and we will never ask you to pay a fee!