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**Equipment Operator** Find your path and enjoy the journey at **Haley &Aldrich**. With us, you’ll tackle clients’ most meaningful challenges in the built and natural environments – and, in turn, build stronger communities. You’ll work with teams of passionate colleagues, driven by a commitment to technical excellence and continuous learning. As a company, we aim to build a world where communities go beyond resilience, embracing change as an opportunity to enhance safety, well-being, and quality of life. Join us to accelerate this vision and your professional development. We are currently seeking an **Equipment Operator.** This is a **temporary position (approximately 6months)** located on site in **Hardin County, OH**. **DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES *The successful candidate will:*** - Operate: - Excavator Operator - Tracked Dozer - Wheel Loader - Water Truck - Skid Steer - Motor Grader - Backhoe or Combination - Other applicable Class I, II, III and IV Equipment - Manual labor in addition to equipment operation. May include lifting (up to 100 pounds) or other construction related tasks. - May be required to work different shifts. - Assures safe working practices and conditions for assigned crew. - May work in confined spaces. **SKILLS/EXPERIENCE*****Minimum Skills and Requirements:*** - OSHA 30-hour and/or general construction industry training course(s). - Knowledge of safety practices and procedures in operating heavy equipment. - Ability to utilize operations manuals and manufacturer's specifications in operating specialized equipment. - Ability to prepare reports and records of work accomplished, time spent, and parts, supplies, and materials used. - Must possess a valid driver license and have a clean driving record. - DOT physical required. **About Haley & Aldrich** Haley & Aldrich is committed to solving our clients’ most meaningful challenges in the built and natural environments. Our team of 1,000+ engineers and scientists across the United States draws inspiration from one mission: to work closely with clients as they navigate change to create safer, more robust places to live and work. Since our founding in 1957, organizations across the public and private sectors have relied on us for technical excellence and empathetic leadership that achieve results and secure a thriving tomorrow. Find us at haleyaldrich.com and LinkedIn. Haley & Aldrich is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, age, disability, veteran, or any other legally protected status. We offer excellent career growth, a highly competitive total compensation plan, and a solid benefits package. Interested candidates should apply on our Careers page. **Note to external search firms:** Haley & Aldrich does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be obligated to pay a placement fee for unsolicited resumes. Please do not send resumes to Haley & Aldrich employees. Please work through a Talent Acquisition Manager. #LI-SB1
Salary estimate
$94,000 – $126,000/yr
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Skills for this role
GOLeadership
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