What They Do
Operating engineers operate and maintain hoisting, grading and paving equipment consisting of cranes, bulldozers, scrapers, graders, endloaders, concrete and asphalt plants, rollers and pumps. Generally employed in building highways, airports, buildings, waterways, stadiums and sewers.
Working Conditions
Work is done outdoors and is usually seasonal. Operators should be mechanically inclined and have good muscular control and depth perception.
Qualifications
- Must be at least 18
- Prefer high school diploma or GED
- General science, shop and math recommended
- Blueprint reading, electricity knowledge, work on diesel engines, drafting, hydraulics and welding helpful
Application Requirements
- Written aptitude, reading and math tests
- Oral interview
- Drug screening test
- Valid driver's license
Apprenticeship
- 4 year program
- Probationary period of 450 on-the-job hours
- Wage adjustment every 1,000 on-the-job hours based on work record and training
Job Opportunities
Heavy equipment operator or mechanic.
Application and Information
Contact Fred Woods at:
Operating Engineers Joint Apprenticeship Committee
4675 Newton Road
Richfield, Ohio 44286
330-659-4115 telephone
www.iuoelocal18.org