Operating Engineers & Other Construction Equipment Operators
Also called: Equipment Operator, Heavy Equipment Operator, Operating Engineer, Back Hoe Operator
What they do:
Operate one or several types of power construction equipment, such as motor graders, bulldozers, scrapers, compressors, pumps, derricks, shovels, tractors, or front-end loaders to excavate, move, and grade earth, erect structures, or pour concrete or other hard surface pavement. May repair and maintain equipment in addition to other duties.
On the job, you would:
- Learn and follow safety regulations.
- Take actions to avoid potential hazards or obstructions, such as utility lines, other equipment, other workers, or falling objects.
- Adjust handwheels and depress pedals to control attachments, such as blades, buckets, scrapers, or swing booms.
Engineering and Technology
Safety and Government
Arts and Humanities
Education and Training
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Basic Skills
Problem Solving
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Controlled Movement
Hand and Finger Use
Verbal
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People interested in this work like activities that include
practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They do well at jobs that need:
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You might use software like this on the job: Facilities management software
Time accounting software
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New job opportunities are very likely in the future.
$41,510
per year, on average
This work is part of the green economy. |
You might like a career in one of these industries:
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