Heavy Machinery Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Safely operate excavators, loaders, graders or forklifts to move earth, aggregate, pallets or heavy materials on construction sites or within industrial yards.

Key responsibilities

Read grade stakes / blueprints; execute cuts, fills and slopes to spec

Inspect equipment daily; report mechanical issues and coordinate repairs

Follow hand signals, spotters and traffic control plans to prevent incidents

Maintain production & fuel logs; perform minor maintenance (grease, filters)

Adhere to Cal / OSHA, MSHA or site‑specific safety rules, including PPE

Typical requirements

NCCER or Operating Engineers Union apprenticeship preferred

2 + years on excavator, loader, backhoe, dozer or similar equipment

Ability to pass respirator fit and DOT medical (if hauling)

OSHA 10‑hour or OSHA 30‑hour construction safety card