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Ostrenga Excavating, Inc.
Heavy Equipment Operator/Operating Engineer
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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.
$57,422 / year median in Wisconsin
+12% projected growth
Job Description
Heavy Equipment Operator/Operating Engineer Ostrenga Excavating, Inc. Green Bay, WI Job Details Full-time $47.43 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Federal construction safety regulations Maintaining an organized workspace Outdoor work experience Bulldozers Trenching excavation method Routine inspections Mid-level Construction equipment servicing High school diploma or GED Construction plans Construction machinery maintenance Following blueprint specifications Loader operation Skid steer loader Safety standard operating procedures Construction grading Facilities maintenance Construction trenching Full Job Description Company Description Ostrenga Excavating Inc. is a locally focused excavation and site-work contractor serving the Green Bay, WI area and surrounding communities. The company specializes in heavy equipment operations for commercial, and municipal projects, including earthmoving and grading. Team members work closely together to deliver reliable, safe, and efficient services for clients. Ostrenga Excavating Inc. values safety, professionalism, and quality workmanship, and offers a variety of heavy equipment on diverse job sites. Role Description The Heavy Equipment Operating Engineer is a full-time, on-site position based in Northeast Wiscosnin. This role is responsible for safely operating heavy equipment such as excavators, loaders, dozers, and skid steers for excavation, grading, trenching, and backfilling activities. Daily tasks include interpreting site plans, setting grades, performing pre-operational inspections, and coordinating with site supervisors and crew members to complete projects on schedule. The Operating Engineer will help maintain equipment in good working order, follow all safety protocols and regulations, and contribute to keeping the job site organized and efficient. Occasional assistance with basic building and facility maintenance tasks may be required to support operational needs. Qualifications Experience with Preventive Maintenance on heavy equipment and related tools. Previous experience operating heavy construction equipment; familiarity with excavation and grading practices. Working knowledge of OSHA safety standards and safe work practices on construction sites. Ability to read and follow site plans, grade stakes, and instructions from supervisors. Good physical stamina, ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, and to perform tasks that may require lifting, climbing, and standing for extended periods. Reliable transportation to job sites throughtout Northeastern Wisconsin and a willingness to work standard construction hours, with occasional overtime as needed. High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training or certifications in heavy equipment operation are a plus. Ostrenga Excavating is signatory to the Operating Engineers Local 139.