Heavy Machinery Operator

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