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Heavy Equipment Operator, Journeyman -TENM
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| Job Code: |
2026:0101-072 |
| Location: |
Las Vegas, NV |
| FT/PT Status: |
Full Time |
| Business Sector: |
Test Range Operations |
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| Job Description |
**CONTRACT PENDING AWARD**
The Heavy Equipment Operator operates heavy equipment such as cranes, clamshells, power shovels,
motor graders, heavy loaders, carryalls, bulldozers, rollers, scrapers, and large industrial tractors with pan or scrapper attachments. Equipment is used to excavate, load, or move dirt, gravel, or other materials. Operator may read and interpret grade and slope stakes and simple plans, and may grease, adjust and make emergency repairs to equipment.
Duties and Responsibilities
* Operates heavy equipment such as excavating, moving, loading, and grading earth, rock, gravel, and other materials using various machinery like excavators, backhoes, bulldozers, loaders, and haul
trucks
* Assists in site preparation, potentially including using equipment to create roadways, clear land, or
excavate for foundations
* Follows instructions and blueprints; reads and interprets blueprints, diagrams, or other instructions
to understand the specific requirements of the job
* Performs basic maintenance tasks on the equipment, such as checking fluids, greasing parts, or
performing minor repairs
* Follows all safety procedures and regulations related to operating heavy equipment and working on
construction sites
* Operates the Typical Equipment: excavators, backhoes, bulldozers, loaders, haul trucks, graders,
rollers, telehandlers, and skid steers
* Performs other duties as assigned
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| Qualifications |
Required Skills and Qualifications
* HS degree or equivalent
* Minimum 3 years of experience
* Licensed operator
* Must demonstrate technical proficiency in operating machinery safely and efficiently
* Must demonstrate safety awareness, including compliance with OSHA regulations and hazard
recognition
* Must have good communication skills
* Must be able to focus under pressure
* Must have adaptability on dynamic job sites
Physical Qualifications
* The work of this position is performed in the field where you are subject to the environment and
sometimes in an environmentally controlled office environment
* Must be capable of sitting, sometimes for extended periods while performing duties
* Must be able to lift 75 lbs. unassisted
* Must be able to ascend and descend equipment
* Must be able to use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls
* Must be able to repeat the same movements
* Must have good manual dexterity
* Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the duties and responsibilities
Terms of Employment & Eligibility Requirements
* Must be a U.S. Citizen
* Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent
* Must possess a valid driver's license, without special restrictions
* Must pass a pre-employment drug screening
* Must be able to successfully complete a background check
* Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical
The above are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel in this position. TRAX International reserves the right to make changes to the job description whenever necessary. |
| Other Job Information |
TRAX is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and supports contributions of all individuals. TRAX is an equal opportunity employer of minorities, females, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, familial status, pregnancy, ancestry, national origin, handicap, gender identity or expression, protected genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Trax International
Aug 03, 2026 