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GHD

Heavy Equipment Operator

Decatur, AL

GHD's Construction group has several openings for entry level Equipment Operators to operate various types of heavy equipment (i.e. tracked excavator, dozer, wheel loader, etc.) associated with ...

GHD Group

Heavy Equipment Operator

Decatur, AL · On-site

GHD's Construction group has several openings for entry level Equipment Operators to operate various types of heavy equipment (i.e. tracked excavator, dozer, wheel loader, etc.) associated with ...

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What is the difference between Entrylevel Excavator vs Entry-level Heavy Equipment Operator?

AspectEntrylevel ExcavatorEntry-level Heavy Equipment Operator
CertificationsOSHA safety training, basic excavator operationOSHA safety training, basic heavy equipment operation
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, excavation projectsConstruction sites, various heavy machinery tasks
Job DutiesOperating excavators for digging and liftingOperating various heavy equipment including excavators, bulldozers

Both roles require safety certifications and involve operating heavy machinery on construction sites. The main difference is that an Entrylevel Excavator specializes specifically in operating excavators, while an Entry-level Heavy Equipment Operator may handle multiple types of machinery. Understanding these distinctions helps job seekers find the right entry point into the heavy equipment industry.

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Heavy Equipment Operator (off road)/Groundman

Foley Products

Phenix City, AL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago

Job description

Heavy Equipment Operator (off road)/Groundman Job Tracking ID: 512363-914057 Job Location: Phenix City , AL Job Level: Entry Level (less than 2 years) Job Type: Full-Time/Regular Date Updated: August 05, 2026 Years of Experience: Up to 2 Years Starting Date: ASAP Back to job search Invite a friend Job Description: Foley Materials Company is hiring for an experienced off-road Heavy Equipment Operator for our sand and gravel plant located in Phenix City, AL. Core Responsibilities: Operate large hydraulic excavators to dig, move, and load massive volumes of rock, gravel, and sand into haul trucks, crushers, and material piles Strip overburden, build access roads, and maintain a safe, level and stable work bench Conduct thorough pre-shift hazard assessments, lubricate moving parts, monitor hydraulic and engine gauges Perform basic equipment and plant maintenance Follow all MSHA and site specific safety regulations/policies/procedures Other duties as requested We are an Equal Opportunity Employer Comprehensive Benefits Package including: health, dental, vision, life, STD; 401(k) with match; paid time off (earning hours as early as 3 months employment) Experience and Skills: What You Need: Experience operating, maneuvering, and adjusting large tracked excavators in varied and rugged terrain Experience operating haul truck, dozer, loader, etc. Basic troubleshooting skills to perform operator-level maintenance and report major mechanical defects to the shop Basic use of hand and power tools to perform plant maintenance High level of spatial awareness to avoid hazards such as power lines, steep slopes, unstable rock faces, and other heavy equipment Ability to work long shifts, climb access ladders safely and operate in demanding, hot and cold weather conditions 2 - 5 years of commercial heavy equipment or excavator experience, preferably in a mining or construction environment preferred.

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