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Heavy Equipment Operator

newport news, VA

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722-1 Heavy Equipment Operator

Job Title: Heavy Equipment Operator

Pay: $17.34-$27.31

Per Diem: $120/day worked

Job Description: Performs routine inspection and maintenance on equipment. Driving or controlling heavy equipment to complete tasks.

Requirements:

• Candidate should be trained to operate excavating equipment (i.e. backhoe, excavator), experience driving and operating a dump truck Trade school graduate preferred, but previous on-the-job training will be considered in lieu of heavy equipment operator training.

• Individual must be physically fit and able to lift minimum of 50 lbs and perform manual labor in an outdoor environment.

• Candidate must be able to work overtime, and weekends as required by plant operations.

• Candidate should have a good driving record and be willing to become a qualified equipment operator (Backhoe, dump truck, etc.).

• Candidate will be expected to place high priorities on safety and quality-workmanship and be willing to obtain a thorough knowledge and understanding of excavating in areas with multiple underground utilities.

• Candidate must be able to climb and descend inclined and vertical ladders of various heights; able to work in kneeling, crawling, stooping, squatting, and bending positions; able to work in extreme temperature conditions; able to work in high noise, dusty or smoky environments.Job Title: Heavy Equipment Operator

Pay: $17.31-$27.31

Per Diem: $120/day worked

Job Description: Performs routine inspection and maintenance on equipment. Driving or controlling heavy equipment to complete tasks.

Requirements: Candidate should be trained to operate excavating equipment (i.e. backhoe, excavator), experience driving and operating a dump truck Trade school graduate preferred, but previous on-the-job training will be considered in lieu of heavy equipment operator training.

Individual must be physically fit and able to lift minimum of 50 lbs and perform manual labor in an outdoor environment.

Candidate must be able to work overtime, and weekends as required by plant operations.

Candidate should have a good driving record and be willing to become a qualified equipment operator (Backhoe, dump truck, etc.).

Candidate will be expected to place high priorities on safety and quality-workmanship and be willing to obtain a thorough knowledge and understanding of excavating in areas with multiple underground utilities.

Candidate must be able to climb and descend inclined and vertical ladders of various heights; able to work in kneeling, crawling, stooping, squatting, and bending positions; able to work in extreme temperature conditions; able to work in high noise, dusty or smoky environments.

Worksite address

newport news, VA, 23600, US

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