Operating Engineers and Construction Equipment Operators
Operating engineers and construction equipment operators use machinery to move construction materials.
Operating engineers and construction equipment operators use equipment such as bulldozers and cranes to move objects on a construction site. They often do maintenance and make minor repairs on their machines.
Quick Facts
Wages: Above the median $25.00 / hour
Employment Outlook:
Percent Growth
7.2%
Average
Education and Training Needed:
Moderate-term on-the-job training (1-12 months)
Skills Needed:
Listening, Maintaining Equipment, Choosing Equipment or Tools
Tools and Technology:
- Tools: Dump trucks, Power saws, Front end loaders
- Technology: Facilities management software,
Job Title Examples:
Excavator Operator, Grader Operator, Machine Operator
