Explore Heavy Equipment Operator
Job Description:
The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner, ensuring that all work is completed in compliance with company policies and procedures, as well as regulatory requirements. Operators need to have a strong work ethic, a commitment to safety and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
Operate bulldozers, excavators, loaders, graders and other machinery for various projects.
Average Salary
$23.45 - $42.91 Average Hourly Rate
$48,789- $89,257 Yearly Rate
Interest & Skills
Critical Thinking • Coordination • Active Listening • Active Learning • Problem Solving• Concentration• Teamwork • Working with hands
Careers/Specialty under Heavy Equipment Operator
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Operating Engineers Journeyman & Apprentice Training Local 12
Applications may be obtained on the third (3rd) Thursday of every month between 8am-4:30pm. For more information please click on the link below.
There are three pick up dates before testing this year:
Thursday, June 19, 2025
Thursday, July 17, 2025
Thursday, August 21, 2025
Applications may be picked up at: 11450 E Nadine Petersen Boulevard, N Las Vegas, NV 89124
Required Documents:
Birth Certificate
High School Diploma or equivalent (CHSE or GED)
Valid Driver's License
DD214 or Discharge Papers (Veterans Only)
Optional:
Proof of work experience
You must make your own copies of documents
College of Southern Nevada
Diesel/Heavy Equipment Program- For more information please click on the link below.
ABC Nevada
Apprenticeship Applications can be filled out and submitted ONLINE at www.abcnevada.org.
Please click on the link below for more information.
