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Staff Experts LLC

Heavy Equipment Operator

Brighton, CO · On-site

$24 - $31/hr

... non-active mining locations, establishing and maintaining reclamation tailings slopes, and ... Two (2) years of mobile equipment operating experience * High School diploma or GED * Proficient on ...

Boyd Excavating

Heavy Equipment Operator

Greeley, CO · On-site

$25 - $38/hr

We're looking for a skilled Heavy Equipment Operator to safely and efficiently operate machinery on construction, mining, or infrastructure sites. You'll use excavators, loaders, and other equipment ...

EDW. C. Levy CO.

Equipment Operator, Schmidt

Fountain, CO · On-site

$27/hr

The Operator will operate heavy equipment, specifically Excavator and Dozer. Pay: Starting at $27 ... Mining - digging and loading haul trucks to feed plant * Settling ponds - digging and loading haul ...

Levy

Equipment Operator, Schmidt

Fountain, CO · On-site

$27/hr

The Operator will operate heavy equipment, specifically Excavator and Dozer. Pay: Starting at $27 ... Mining - digging and loading haul trucks to feed plant * Settling ponds - digging and loading haul ...

Martin Marietta

Equipment Operator I

Pueblo, CO

$28 - $40/hr

No experience is required; 6 months - 1 year of experience operating Heavy Equipment within a Mining, Quarry, or Construction setting is preferred. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities * Mechanical ...

Martin Marietta

Equipment Operator I

Pueblo, CO

$28 - $40/hr

No experience is required; 6 months - 1 year of experience operating Heavy Equipment within a Mining, Quarry, or Construction setting is preferred. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities * Mechanical ...

Martin Marietta

Equipment Operator I

Pueblo, CO · On-site

$28 - $40/hr

No experience is required; 6 months - 1 year of experience operating Heavy Equipment within a Mining, Quarry, or Construction setting is preferred. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities * Mechanical ...

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As of Aug 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for mining equipment operator in Colorado is $23.40, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $26.30 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a mining equipment operator?

A Mining Equipment Operator controls and operates heavy machinery used in mining operations, such as bulldozers, excavators, loaders, and haul trucks. Their primary responsibilities include extracting, transporting, and processing raw materials safely and efficiently. Operators must follow strict safety protocols, conduct equipment inspections, and perform basic maintenance. They often work in challenging environments, such as surface or underground mines, and may work long shifts. Proper training and certification are typically required for this role.

What does a mining equipment operator do?

A typical day for a Mining Equipment Operator involves operating various heavy machinery to move earth, minerals, or ores, conducting safety checks on equipment, and documenting daily production activities. You can expect to work outdoors in rotating shifts, often as part of a close-knit team where clear communication is crucial for efficiency and safety. Operators routinely collaborate with supervisors, maintenance crews, and other miners to coordinate activities and respond to any operational issues. Physical stamina and adaptability are important, as weather and terrain conditions can vary. The work is demanding but offers valuable experience and opportunities for advancement into leadership or specialized technical roles.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a mining equipment operator?

To thrive as a Mining Equipment Operator, you need a solid understanding of heavy machinery operation, basic mechanical knowledge, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with mining equipment such as haul trucks, excavators, loaders, and adherence to safety certifications like MSHA (Mine Safety and Health Administration) training is typically required. Attention to detail, strong communication, and teamwork skills help operators work safely and efficiently in demanding environments. These abilities are essential to ensure production goals are met while maintaining a safe and compliant workplace.

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Equipment Engineer - Kiewit Mining Group 2026

Arvada, CO

Kiewit Corporation
Construction Materials Wholesalers • 10K+ employees

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$86K - $95K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Requisition ID: 180300 

Job Level: Entry Level 

Home District/Group: Kiewit Mining District 

Department: Equipment 

Market: Mining 

Employment Type: Full Time 

Position Overview

As an Entry Level Equipment Engineer, you will support Regional 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 Mining Group has grown steadily to become one of North America's leading producers of high-quality, high-energy coal and is ranked as one of the top 10 coal producers in the nation. We are built on a solid foundation of safety, quality, production and integrity.  

Location

One of the many things that makes Kiewit's culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities. We relocate our teams based on the work that is available, combined with the development plans, skill sets and career goals of each team member. This means your Kiewit adventure is custom-designed to meet our shared needs.

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 

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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

 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: $86,000/yr - $95,000/yr 
(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

This posting will be active from:  04/07/2026  - 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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