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Entry Level Diesel Generator Operator Jobs in Colorado

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Cog Railway - Engineer

Colorado Springs, CO · On-site

$18/hr

Exposure to noise, vibration, diesel fumes, moving equipment, and public activity in an active railway operating environment. * Fast-paced, seasonal operation with moderate to high noise levels ...

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Emergency Vehicle Technician I

Fountain, CO · On-site

$22.75 - $30.50/hr

This entry-level role ensures all vehicles meet safety and operational standards, adhering to ... Colorado Diesel Emissions Inspector Certification * ICS-100 & ICS-700 * Prior experience servicing ...

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What is the difference between Entry Level Diesel Generator Operator vs Entry Level Power Plant Operator?

AspectEntry Level Diesel Generator OperatorEntry Level Power Plant Operator
CertificationsBasic technical training, possibly OSHA safety certificationsSimilar safety and technical certifications, may require additional plant-specific training
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, industrial facilities, remote locationsPower plants, industrial facilities, utility sites
Job FocusOperating and maintaining diesel generatorsMonitoring and controlling power plant equipment
Industry UsageConstruction, manufacturing, energyUtilities, energy production, manufacturing

While both roles involve operating equipment in industrial settings, the Entry Level Diesel Generator Operator primarily focuses on diesel generator systems, often in construction or remote sites. In contrast, the Entry Level Power Plant Operator manages broader power plant operations, including various generators and turbines, typically within utility facilities. Both roles require safety training and technical skills, but the scope and environment differ.

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Traveling Equipment Engineer

Lone Tree, CO

Kiewit Corporation
Construction Materials Wholesalers • 10K+ employees

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Full-time

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Re-posted 5 days ago

Job description

Requisition ID: 179509 

Job Level: Entry Level 

Home District/Group: Kiewit Equipment Services 

Department: Equipment 

Market: Transportation 

Employment Type: Full Time 

Position Overview

As an Entry Level Equipment Engineer, you will support  Construction & Mining operations. This position is responsible for the planning, scheduling, budgeting, utilization and reliability of a construction and mining equipment fleet. The position will deal with day to day as well as long term issues related to an equipment fleet. The position's main focus will be to improve equipment reliability as well as implement, monitor, audit, and manage preventative maintenance programs.  

District Overview

Kiewit Equipment Services (KES) helps to ensure the profitability of Kiewit projects through the improved equipment utilization and mechanical reliability by delivering world-class equipment and service. 

Location

Live where you want; go where the work is!  It is important to note that this role will require you to be open to travel.

Responsibilities
  • Understand and comply with all federal, state, and company health, safety, and environmental requirements
  • Material handling and procurement 
  • Create and maintain tool/filter lists and documentation 
  • Inspections of equipment and parts
  • Logistics management and communication 
  • Long/short range equipment planning, scheduling, and budgeting
  • Planning and paperwork processing to prepare for critical lifts 
  • Use reliability and failure analysis data to increase equipment availability and reliability
  • Establish and maintain communications between all levels of supervision and management
  • Support of craft maintenance technicians - ordering parts, manage inventory, schedule crews, and manage quality and safety
  • Specialty projects as needed 
Qualifications
  • Has obtained an undergraduate AS/ BS degree in Diesel/Automotive Technology, Heavy Equipment Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Construction Management
  • 1+ year of experience with equipment is preferred 
  • 1+ year of experience with equipment planning, scheduling, and budgeting is preferred 
  • Strong work ethic - Willing to do what it takes to get the job done
  • Strong organizational, time management and communication skills
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to focus on multiple projects at once while prioritizing tasks
  • Willingness to travel and relocate as required
  • Willingness to work in both office and field environments
  • Knowledge of CAD modeling programs is preferred 
  • Ability to freely access all points of a construction site or equipment yard in wide-ranging climates and environment

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 Other Requirements:
    Regular, reliable attendance
    Work productively and meet deadlines timely
    Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
    Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
    Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
    May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.

Base Compensation: 80,000 - 90,000 
(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

This posting will be active from:  06/01/2026  - 09/01/2026  

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

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Kiewit Infrastructure Engineering's Design-Build team is driving clients to turn to Kiewit during all stages of design-build projects. Through our integrated design and construction approach, our multi-disciplinary team works together to improve schedule, control costs and minimize risk. Our construction-focused engineers work collaboratively with our estimators and builders to design solutions that are innovative, constructible, and designed with a focus on safety. Clients benefit from the proven processes and tools used by Kiewit to minimize project risk. We are an in-house resource that supports projects throughout the company. Our staff shares experiences gained, innovative concepts, and best practices for all projects that we support.

Industry

Construction materials wholesalers

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Omaha, NE, US

Year founded

1884

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