Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators
Operate one or several types of power construction equipment, such as motor graders, bulldozers, scrapers, compressors, pumps, derricks, shovels, tractors, or front-end loaders to excavate, move, and grade earth, erect structures, or pour concrete or other hard surface pavement. May repair and maintain equipment in addition to other duties
Training Provider(s):
Annual Median Wage:
$56,368.00 ($27.10 per hour)
Education:
Less than high school diploma
Skills
Equipment Maintenance
Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
Coordination
Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions
Monitoring
Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
Operation Monitoring
Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly
Operation and Control
Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
Knowledge
Mechanical
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Building and Construction
Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.
Work Tasks
Operate heavy-duty construction or installation equipment.
Monitor construction operations.
Locate equipment or materials in need of repair or replacement
Position construction or extraction equipment
Update job related knowledge or skills.
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