Heavy Equipment Operator
On-site · Pottstown, Pennsylvania, United States
Job Summary
Operate heavy equipment to meet daily production goals in the Pottstown, PA area. Responsibilities include controlling machines (dozers, excavators, loaders), performing daily equipment checks, greasing and maintaining equipment, and ensuring safe operation in accordance with OSHA policies. Must pass a practical skills test and demonstrate strong verbal and written communication, ability to follow detailed instructions, problem-solving, PPE usage, and physical capability to lift up to 50 pounds. Training opportunities and comprehensive benefits are offered; pre-employment drug testing and safety-focused environment. Must be able to work in a heavy civil construction setting with frequent exposure to outdoor conditions and noise.
Required Qualifications
- One-year certificate from an accredited college or technical school OR six months of related experience and/or training
- Able to pass practical skills test for heavy equipment including dozers, excavators, and loaders
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to understand and carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions
- Problem solving
- Ability to fit test & utilize appropriate PPE as needed
- Ability to meet physical requirements (movement, lifting, as relevant to job)
- Two years of related experience and/or training (preferred)
- OSHA or other relevant safety certifications (preferred)
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