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BIG PRAIRIE PIPELINE
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.
$55,605 / year median in Ohio
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Job Overview We are seeking a motivated and experienced Heavy Equipment Operator to join our team. In this vital role, you will operate a variety of heavy machinery while digging around live gas lines. MUST have experience drilling with an HDD machine for HDPE gas lines. Your expertise will help us deliver high-quality results on time while maintaining a safe and productive work environment. Responsibilities Operate heavy equipment such as dozers, loaders, backhoes, excavators, dump trucks with precision and safety awareness. Conduct routine inspections and perform maintenance on machinery to ensure optimal performance and longevity. Follow all safety procedures, occupational safety regulations, and PPE requirements to maintain a secure work site. Skills Proven experience operating construction machinery such as dozers, loaders, backhoes, excavators. Familiarity with construction site safety procedures and occupational safety regulation compliance. Ability to perform routine equipment maintenance and troubleshoot mechanical issues efficiently. Valid commercial driver's license (CDL)