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Heavy Equipment Operator - Entry

Heavy equipment operators operate heavy equipment used in the construction and maintenance of roads, bridges, airports, gas and oil pipelines, tunnels, buildings and other structures; in surface mining and quarrying activities; and in material handling work. They are employed by construction companies, heavy equipment contractors, public works departments and pipeline, logging, cargo-handling and other companies.

Environment: Site

Education: Apprenticeship Certificate

Category: Skilled Trades

Salary Range: $59,000 - $75,000+