Equipment Operator Jobs

An Equipment Operator in the utilities industry is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a variety of heavy machinery used in the construction, maintenance, and repair of utility infrastructure. This can include backhoes, excavators, loaders, bulldozers, and other heavy equipment. The operator may dig trenches, lift heavy materials, or perform other tasks necessary for the installation and maintenance of water, gas, electric, or other utility systems. They are also responsible for conducting regular inspections and basic maintenance on equipment to ensure it is in safe operating condition.

An Equipment Operator should possess a strong understanding of safety regulations, as well as possessing a high level of physical fitness and mechanical aptitude. They need to have excellent hand-eye coordination, the ability to work in a team, and should be capable of operating heavy machinery in various weather conditions. In terms of certification, a high school diploma or equivalent is generally required, along with a valid driver's license. Some operators may also require special certifications depending on the type of equipment they operate, such as a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) for large vehicles. Prior to becoming an Equipment Operator, a person may have roles such as a Laborer, Utility Worker, or Heavy Equipment Mechanic.

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Machine Operator

  • Carthage, TN
  • 8 days ago
  • Carthage, TN
  • 8 days ago

Location: Carthage Employment Status: Hourly Full-Time Internal Candidate eligibility Criteria: 1. Is a Lincoln Electric employee with at least 1 year of service 2. Is NOT on an active Performance...

Heavy Equipment Technician

  • Wilsonville, OR
  • 45+ days ago
  • Wilsonville, OR
  • 45+ days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: The Heavy Equipment Technician performs repairs and maintenance on heavy equipment, compact heavy equipment, light service equipment, and light trucks. Typical repairs include,...

Utilities Operator Mechanic

  • Baldwinsville, NY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Baldwinsville, NY
  • 30+ days ago

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Operate Brewery Utilities systems including: steam, CO2 collection, ammonia refrigeration and dehumidification, compressed air and incoming water & waste water treatment....

Operating Engineer Weekender

  • Van Nuys, CA
  • 12 days ago
  • Van Nuys, CA
  • 12 days ago

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Operate Brewery Utilities systems including: water tube boilers, steam distribution systems, ammonia industrial refrigeration, cold storage HVAC, compressed air, waste water treatment...

Construction Equipment Operator

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 30+ days ago

Line of Business: Other About Us Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S....

Industrial Pretreatment Plant - Wastewater Operator - Casa Grande, AZ

  • Casa Grande, AZ
  • 1 day ago
  • Casa Grande, AZ
  • 1 day ago

Abbott Nutrition in Casa Grande, AZ is hiring for our new Waste Water Treatment facility! We are seeking an Industrial Pretreatment Wastewater Operator to join our team....

**Job Qualifications** Must meet the Company's "General Requirements"; must have all the qualifications of Equipment Operator and, in addition: + Must meet the NRC and ANSI power plant and operating...

Water & Wastewater Operator in Training

  • Blooming Grove, NY
  • 2 hours ago
  • Blooming Grove, NY
  • 2 hours ago

The Water & Wastewater Operator in Training will take part in the operations of drinking and wastewater treatment facilities and components including routine water and wastewater tests, data entry,...

Biomedical Equipment Technician

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 3 hours ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 3 hours ago

Miscellaneous, Operational and Educational: Must obtain and maintain water treatment equipment qualification by completing Annual Water Training....

Utility Operator

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 4 hours ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 4 hours ago

reports, records, logs, and graphs to confirm adequacy of present and projected water and wastewater treatment needs. - Analyzes conditions of the water and wastewater systems to ensure compliance...

Wastewater Operator

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 7 hours ago

Wastewater Treatment Operator** **Job Description** We are seeking a dedicated Wastewater Treatment Operator to join our team.....

Corrections Utility Plant Operator - SCI Chester

  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 7 hours ago

Corrections Utility Plant Operator - SCI Chester Print ( Apply Corrections Utility Plant Operator - SCI Chester Salary $46,986.00 - $94,660.00 Annually Location Delaware County, PA Job Type...

Water Treatment Plant Operator II

  • Sultan, WA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Sultan, WA
  • 7 hours ago

The City of Everett is accepting applications on an open/continuous basis for the Civil Service examination process for Water Treatment Plant Operator II at the Citys Water Treatment Plant in Sultan...

FMS Operating Engineer I

  • Rochester, NY
  • 20 hours ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 20 hours ago

. + Perform water treatment testing on closed loops, cooling towers, and steam boilers....

Principal Plant Operator

  • Chesterfield, VA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Chesterfield, VA
  • 21 hours ago

Successful candidate will possess a High school diploma or GED and three years of experience in wastewater treatment plant operations or maintenance field and a Commonwealth of Virginia Class I Wastewater...

Equipment Operator Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Heavy Equipment Operator Certification
Heavy Equipment Operator Course: Excavator & Skid Steer CertificationOur comprehensive Heavy Equipment Operator Course offers online training and expert instruction on two essential pieces of...
Biomedical Equipment: Repairing and Maintaining Biomedical Devices
Understand the working of biomedical devices that are frequently used in a hospital setting. Develop the skills required to effectively maintain and troubleshoot hospital-based devices to increase...
Medical Equipment Donations to Low Resource Settings
Unavailability of essential clinical equipment can be a serious problem in low-resource settings. Whilst medical equipment donations can play a critical role in filling gaps, without careful...

Salary for Equipment Operator Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireUtilities research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Equipment Operator positions.



Highest Education Level

Equipment Operators offer the following education background
High School or GED
32.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
22.3%
Bachelor's Degree
20.6%
Associate's Degree
15.4%
Master's Degree
5.9%
Some College
2.3%
Some High School
0.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Equipment Operators
Less than 1 year
47.6%
2-4 years
22.5%
1-2 years
16.1%
None
13.7%


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