Heavy Equipment Operator

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. Operate all equipment safely and appropriately to mitigate risk of injury and property damage .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeSterling • Virginia • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $35 - $45 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in operating construction equipment safely and efficiently, with a strong understanding of OSHA regulations and excavation methods. Proficient in performing equipment inspections, troubleshooting issues, and collaborating effectively with team members and supervisors.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Equipment Operation ExperienceExcavation ExperienceOSHA Regulations KnowledgeLoad Chart InterpretationPPE Compliance

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Hard Skills

Equipment OperationExcavation TechniquesPre-Inspection ProceduresTroubleshooting Equipment IssuesLoad Chart Reading

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsCollaboration Skills

Industry Keywords

Construction EnvironmentSafety ProtocolsMaintenance ChecksRisk MitigationOutdoor Work Conditions

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Operate all equipment safely and appropriately to mitigate risk of injury and property damage
Drive and control equipment to complete tasks at specified locations
Collaborate with internal and external partners to prepare job sites for assigned equipment activities
Monitor surroundings and maintain safe ground, slope, equipment, people, and structure distances
Perform daily equipment pre-inspections and ongoing maintenance checks
Address equipment issues and concerns with the assigned supervisor
Load and unload equipment from transport vehicles
Notify the assigned supervisor of maintenance needs
Complete reports and paperwork related to equipment use
Troubleshoot basic equipment issues and escalate issues as appropriate
Communicate through phone, radio, visible verbal, and nonverbal hand signals

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or its equivalent
Minimum three (3) to five (5) years of equipment operating experience in a construction environment, including one (1) to three (3) years of excavation experience
Equivalent combination of the above education, training, and experience
Knowledge of OSHA regulations regarding excavation methods and practices
Able to perform duties while using required PPE
Able to read and properly interpret load charts for associated equipment and manufacturer approved attachments
Able to perform duties while working in all safe outdoor weather conditions
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.
Successful completion of pre-employment screening, including drug and background screening