T

Lead Heavy Equipment Operator

icon briefcase Job Type : Full Time

Number of Applicants

 : 

000+

Click to reveal the number of candidates who applied for this job.
icon loader
icon loader

Let AI Supercharge Your Job Hunt!

JobCopilot scans 500,000+ company career sites daily to find jobs for you

Never miss an opportunity Save hours by auto-filling applications forms Land more interviews with tailored applications
happy man
thunder iconActivate JobCopilot

Job Description - Lead Heavy Equipment Operator

Heavy Equipment Operator, Yuma Proving Ground

Competitive Wages and an INSURANCE ALLOWANCE!

Top reasons to work at EMI Services, a subsidiary of TechFlow:

  • Paid Time Off -Vacation, Sick & Federal Holidays
  • Annual increase to wages
  • Friday's Off!

The Heavy Equipment Operator’s primary responsibility is operating clamshells, lowboys, motor graders, heavy loaders, water trucks, bulldozers, rollers, scrapers, and tractors. Equipment used to excavate, load or move dirt, gravel and other materials. The ideal Heavy Equipment Operator is experienced in all tools and equipment used in the trade and follows all health and safety standards.

Salary

$36.69/ hr. plus $10.00 fringe benefits used towards insurance and 401k!

See ALL the fantastic benefits you receive as an employee of EMI below!!

Key Responsibilities

  • Read and interpret grade and slope stakes and simple plans
  • Grease, adjust and make emergency repairs to equipment
  • Troubleshoot and repair most complex problems
  • Understand blueprints, construction drawings, schematics and drawings as they pertain to the craft

Essential Skills

  • Ability to operate numerous equipment for the trade i.e. forklifts, scissor/man lifts, bobcat backhoe, loader, scrapers, grader, water truck, etc.
  • Knowledge of craft theory and craft materials with the ability to apply the theory and select the proper materials
  • Knowledge of all tools and equipment that are used by the craft
  • Comply with rules and policies, working safely
  • Perform in a rapid and efficient manner under extreme conditions
  • Adaptable, flexible, and able to adjust to new or changing instructions.
  • Works both independently and as part of a team.
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 3+ years of experience operating heavy equipment
  • 3+ years of experience operating water trucks
  • Valid driver’s license compliant with REAL ID Act or are you willing and able to obtain one
  • Pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check
  • Regular, dependable attendance
  • U. S. citizenship to obtain and maintain access to military installations

Physical Requirements

  • Must lift 75 lbs. unassisted
  • Must work in extreme weather conditions - summer peaks at 120° Fahrenheit
  • Must wear appropriate Person Protective Equipment (PPO)

Preferred Qualifications

  • Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License

Additional Requirements

  • Dependable transportation and a dependable means of communication
  • Be able speak, write, read, and understand English
  • Well-mannered customer service attitude
  • Willing to cross-train in other areas
  • Punctual, responsible, and dependable
  • Demonstrate motivation, initiative, and reliability
  • Adaptable, flexible, and able to adjust to new or changing instructions
  • Demonstrated ability to follow instructions and company policy
  • Able to deliver quality products to the customer and be responsive to their needs
  • Safety and security conscious, complying with rules and policies
  • Able to work both as part of a team and independently

Click here to follow EMI Services on Facebook

As a team member at EMI, you’ll enjoy:

  • Generous benefits package consistent with the Collective Bargaining Agreement
  • Insurance Allowance
  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Federal Holidays)
  • Short Term and Long Term Disability
  • Term Life Insurance
  • Annual Increase to Wages

What Sets EMI Apart

EMI is an industry-leading provider of DOD base operation support services, facilities maintenance, and logistics. Our goal is to contribute to the repair and maintenance of buildings and equipment. EMI consistently delivers cost-saving through best value innovations and quality service that exceeds our clients’ expectations.

The Right Partner: EMI has grown by gaining our customers’ trust and our employees’ loyalty. We’ve successfully performed over 60 service contracts and we understand the unique challenges facing today’s military. We offer exceptional responsiveness and a strong commitment to customer satisfaction. We demonstrate this commitment by consistently earning some of the highest customer satisfaction ratings in the industry.

The Right Team: The EMI team includes over 250 high-achieving professionals, administrative and trades personnel deployed in various locations throughout the United States. At times, we augment our in-house capabilities with proven and capable business partners.

The Right Approach: EMI brings vast expertise and proven solutions to augment our clients’ operations. We provide a platform that delivers seamless mission support and exceptional customer service in a very cost-effective and repeatable solution.

#emiservices

Original job Lead Heavy Equipment Operator posted on GrabJobs ©. To flag any issues with this job please use the Report Job button on GrabJobs.
Share Job
Share Job

Auto-Apply to Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs with your AI JobCopilot

thunder icon Auto-Apply with AI

Similar Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in the US

GrabJobs is the no1 job portal in the US, connecting you to thousands of jobs fast! Find the best jobs in the US, apply in 1 click and get a job today!

Mobile Apps

Copyright © 2026 Grabjobs Pte.Ltd. All Rights Reserved.