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Heavy Equip Operator - Craig, CO
Westmoreland Mining LLC —Craig, CO
- $40.49 - $43.51 an hour
- Overtime
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
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Light Equipment Operator/Plant Operator I
City of Craig —Craig, CO
- $44,718 - $64,282 a year
- Full-time
- Communication skills
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Heavy Equipment Mechanic - Colowyo Mine
Kiewit Craft —Craig, CO
- $25.80 - $51.52 an hour
- Overtime
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Wellness program
- Disability insurance
Foreman/Grapple Truck Operator
RCL Track Services —United States
- $30 an hour
- Full-time
- CDL B
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Travel reimbursement
- Health insurance
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Heavy Equip Operator - Craig, CO
Westmoreland Mining LLC —Craig, CO
Must possess a valid driver’s license through duration of employment. Key responsibilities include construction of the approved topographic design, site…
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Yampa Lawn Care —Steamboat Springs, CO
Valid driver's license and safe driving record. Ability to work with hand tools, power tools, small engine equipment, heavy equipment, and materials.
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Proven experience operating heavy construction equipment. Push, spread, and compact soil, rock, and other materials to prepare job sites. $3,000 Sign-On Bonus.
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Heavy Equip Operator - Craig, CO

Westmoreland Mining LLC -
Craig, CO

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Job Details

Full-time
$40.49 - $43.51 an hour

Benefits

Health savings account
AD&D insurance
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Tuition reimbursement
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Loan assistance
Life insurance

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED
Driver's License

Full Job Description

Position Summary
This position is responsible for operating all machinery on a project site, including equipment such as bulldozers, motor graders, excavators, loaders, haul trucks, scrapers, blasthole drills, as well as smaller support equipment. Key responsibilities include construction of the approved topographic design, site leveling and final grading, and soil handling and placement.

Supervisor Responsibilities
This position has no direct supervisor responsibilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Operate heavy equipment and machinery as needed to clear, dig, grade, and handle earth, rocks, soil, sand, gravel, and other materials.
Large Hydraulic Excavators (10 – 40 yd3 bucket)
Haultrucks (30 to 240-ton capacity)
Bulldozers (D-3 to D11 size)
Front-end loaders (980 to 994 size)
Motor Graders (12’-24’ width)
Water Trucks
Blasthole Drills
Support equipment (backhoes, skid steer loaders, compactors, rollers, farm tractors, etc)
Perform daily inspections, fueling, lubrication, and minor repairs to equipment; report malfunctioning equipment to the appropriate personnel.
Safely operate small equipment and tools such as pumps, chain saws, snow removal equipment, ATVs, generators, etc as needed
Professionally interact and communicate with representatives of the client, outside contractors, and vendors as required.
Participate in daily project planning activities on the site as needed.
Adhere to strict safety protocols and mandatory safety standards (Company and client policies, and MSHA / OSHA regulations).
Assist with manual labor tasks as required.
Other duties as assigned.

Typical Physical Demands

Ability to stand, walk, kneel, crouch, stoop, and climb on uneven terrain for extended periods.
Ability to work around heavy equipment safely and effectively.
Ability to lift and move items weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to climb ladders and access elevated equipment as needed.
Must be able to work 10–12 hour shifts, including rotating days, nights, weekends, and required overtime.
Must be able to pass pre employment drug and alcohol screening.
Must have full range of motion and manual dexterity to perform job duties.

Typical Working Conditions
Work is performed in both indoor and outdoor environments. Duties may involve exposure to changing weather conditions, noise, dust, uneven surfaces, confined spaces, and active equipment or machinery, requiring strict adherence to all safety and environmental standards. Shifts may include flexible or non-standard hours, including evenings or weekends, based on operational needs. You must follow all safety requirements.

Education and Experience

High School Diploma or GED required
Previous experience operating heavy machinery in the mining or heavy civil construction industries.
Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience that demonstrate the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

Licenses, Registration, and Certifications

Must possess a valid driver’s license through duration of employment.
Must meet all insurability requirements as specified by Westmoreland’s policies or Driver’s insurance provider.

Skills/Competencies

Demonstrate the skills and judgment necessary to safely and effectively operate equipment in a variety of terrain, positions, and various weather conditions
Proficient operation of heavy equipment (dozers, excavators, loaders, scrapers)
Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, operators, and team members
Dependability in completing tasks safely and on schedule

What We Offer

This position is expected to pay $40.49 - $43.51 per hour; depending on skills, experience, education, and any certifications that are directly related to the position.
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you and in the things you care about.
We offer a 401k with a generous match, student loan repayment assistance, tuition reimbursement.
To care for your wellbeing, we offer paid vacations and holidays, monthly wellness financial incentives, Employee Assistance Program.
Health care offerings include medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, health savings account, flexible spending accounts.
To assist you in leveraging the health care benefits, we offer personal health advocates, tele-medicine, surgery concierge services, diabetes care.
Short-term disability, long-term disability, basic term life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage are provided at no cost. Optional coverages available include supplemental life insurance and supplemental accidental death and dismemberment insurance.

Revised: March 2026

The Company retains the discretion to add to or change duties of the position at any time.

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