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Equipment Operator

Iron River, MI · On-site

$18.50 - $25.25/hr

Equipment Operator: Equipment Operator is proficient in the operations of underground utility equipment (ex. horizontal directional drill, vibratory plow, excavators, skid steer). Must possess ...

Equipment Operator

Nashville, TN

$18 - $24.75/hr

As a Equipment Operator, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operations of a heavy equipment to load and unload containers and trailers, and lift and move scrap metal and other ...

Equipment Operator

New Castle, VA · On-site

$18.25 - $24.75/hr

We are looking for a skilled and motivated Heavy Equipment Operator to join our team in New Castle, VA. This position will be responsible for operating heavy equipment and participating in all ...

Equipment Operator I - Non-Exempt, starting at $37,257.00/yr High school diploma or GED preferred; and entry level experience and/or training involving road maintenance and traffic flagging is ...

Equipment Operator

Appling, GA

$17.25 - $23.75/hr

ABYC Training The Equipment Operator is responsible for the movement of all vessels located in the facility for haul & launch, designated work, storage or sales. This position is also required to ...

Equipment Operator

Sausalito, CA · On-site

$30 - $35/hr

ABYC Training The Equipment Operator is responsible for the movement of all vessels located in the facility for haul & launch, designated work, storage or sales. This position is also required to ...

Equipment Operator

Mobile, AL · On-site

$24 - $28/hr

DESCRIPTION Equipment Operator Responsibilities and Duties: • Operate various types of equipment • Excavate foundations and trenches • Load and unload various sizes of material • Efficiently ...

Equipment Operator

Chattanooga, TN · On-site

$17.25 - $23.75/hr

As a Equipment Operator, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operations of a heavy equipment to load and unload containers and trailers, and lift and move scrap metal and other ...

The Equipment Operator plays a critical role in the efficient and safe operation of heavy machinery used in waste management, remediation, and administrative support services. This position is ...

Equipment Operator

Charlotte, NC · On-site

$18.50 - $25.50/hr

Equipment Operator Tower Engineering Professionals is seeking a full-time Equipment Operator in our Charlotte, N.C. office. As an Equipment Operator, you will serve as an integral member of our ...

Equipment Operator

Glendale, AZ

$19 - $25.75/hr

As a Equipment Operator, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operations of a heavy equipment to load and unload containers and trailers, and lift and move scrap metal and other ...

Equipment Operator

New Castle, PA · On-site

$16.50 - $22.50/hr

As an Equipment Operator, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operations of a material handler to load and unload containers, trailers and railcars; and lift and move scrap metal and ...

Equipment Operator

New Castle, VA · On-site

$18.25 - $24.75/hr

Overview We are looking for a skilled and motivated Heavy Equipment Operator to join our team in New Castle, VA. This position will be responsible for operating heavy equipment and participating in ...

Equipment Operator

Cedar Rapids, IA · On-site

$25 - $35/hr

Enterprise Electrical is seeking an experienced and reliable Equipment Operator to join our team for an exciting mission-critical data center project located in Cedar Rapids, IA . In this role, you ...

Equipment Operator

El Monte, CA · On-site

$18 - $22/hr

As a Equipment Operator, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operations of a heavy equipment to load and unload containers and trailers, and lift and move scrap metal and other ...

Equipment Operator

Cedar Rapids, IA · On-site

$25 - $35/hr

Enterprise Electrical is seeking an experienced and reliable Equipment Operator to join our team for an exciting mission-critical data center project located in Cedar Rapids, IA . In this role, you ...

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As of Jul 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for equipment operator jobs in the United States is $22.25, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.27 and $25.00 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
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Infographic showing various Equipment Operator Jobs job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $46,279 per year, or $22.2 per hour.

Equipment Operator

Underground Systems Inc

Iron River, MI • On-site

$18.50 - $25.25/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 28 days ago


Job description

Description:

Equipment Operator:

Equipment Operator is proficient in the operations of underground utility equipment (ex. horizontal directional drill, vibratory plow, excavators, skid steer).

Must possess excavation knowledge on OSHA regulations and safe excavation practices – benching, shoring, and excavating around live underground utilities.

Works closely with the Foreman on identifying potential hazards in excavation and conducts job site analysis. Often fills in for the Foreman when the Foreman is required to be off site.

Responsibilities:

  • Ensure maintenance/safe operation of the assigned equipment
  • Works closely with Foreman and crew
  • Ability to identify underground utilities and the underground utility locate markings
  • Understands and can interpret safe excavations practices on assigned projects
  • Upon qualifying for a DOT Medical Card, assist and operate combinations of commercial vehicles and trailers over 10,000 LBS
  • Additionally, if operating commercial vehicle and trailer combinations over 26,000 LBS, drivers are required to have and maintain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with a tanker endorsement, per FMCSA/DOT guidelines
Requirements:

Requirements:

  • Proven experience as a utility construction Equipment Operator
  • In-depth knowledge of construction procedures, equipment, OSHA, and FMCSA/DOT guidelines
  • Translate and troubleshoot design prints, locate tickets, and permits
  • Excellent organizational and leadership skills
  • Ability to communicate and report effectively, problem solving abilities
  • Good physical condition and stamina