Equipment Operator Jobs in Georgia

An Equipment Operator in the utilities industry is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a variety of heavy machinery used in the construction, maintenance, and repair of utility infrastructure. This can include backhoes, excavators, loaders, bulldozers, and other heavy equipment. The operator may dig trenches, lift heavy materials, or perform other tasks necessary for the installation and maintenance of water, gas, electric, or other utility systems. They are also responsible for conducting regular inspections and basic maintenance on equipment to ensure it is in safe operating condition.

An Equipment Operator should possess a strong understanding of safety regulations, as well as possessing a high level of physical fitness and mechanical aptitude. They need to have excellent hand-eye coordination, the ability to work in a team, and should be capable of operating heavy machinery in various weather conditions. In terms of certification, a high school diploma or equivalent is generally required, along with a valid driver's license. Some operators may also require special certifications depending on the type of equipment they operate, such as a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) for large vehicles. Prior to becoming an Equipment Operator, a person may have roles such as a Laborer, Utility Worker, or Heavy Equipment Mechanic.

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Plant Operator III (Wastewater or Drinking Water)

  • Decatur, GA
  • moments ago
  • Decatur, GA
  • moments ago

for the operation of water treatment, distribution, storage facilities and/or wastewater collection, lift stations or treatment facilities....

Wastewater Treatment Operator

  • Brookhaven, GA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Brookhaven, GA
  • 21 hours ago

Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience in wastewater, wastewater treatment, mechanical maintenance, repair, operation, pump assembly, valves, and water systems. Why Work Here?...

Machine operator PVC 2nd shift

  • Buford, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Buford, GA
  • 1 day ago

Job description Do you want to gain incredible experience with a growing company in an amazing industry? Our products are all around you, everywhere you go - conveyor and power transmission...

Shift Support Supv In Training/Sr Reactor Operator - ALL PLANT LOCATIONS

  • Waynesboro, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Waynesboro, GA
  • 1 day ago

Job Identification: 9159 Job Category: Power Plant Operations & Maintenance Job Schedule: Full time Company: Southern Nuclear...

Machine Operator I - PU 1st

  • Buford, GA
  • 5 days ago
  • Buford, GA
  • 5 days ago

Do you want to gain incredible experience with a growing company in an amazing industry? Our products are all around you, everywhere you go - conveyor and power transmission belts!! Apply your...

Wastewater Operator in Training

  • Warner Robins, GA
  • 5 days ago
  • Warner Robins, GA
  • 5 days ago

Water treatment operations experience and minimum certifications preferred. Must have a valid state driver's license and meet minimum driving standards....

Water-Wastewater Operator I

  • Forest Park, GA
  • 6 days ago
  • Forest Park, GA
  • 6 days ago

Overview The Nexus Water Group team has an opportunity for a Water-Wastewater Operator I.....

Machine Operator I

  • Conyers, GA
  • 6 days ago
  • Conyers, GA
  • 6 days ago

Dover Food Retail (DFR) is a leading manufacturer of Display Cases, Specialty Products, Refrigeration Systems, Power Systems and Comprehensive Services; and leading our industry by Innovating...

Biomedical Equipment Technician 3

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 7 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 7 days ago

Sodexo Biomedical Equipment Technician 3 in Atlanta , Georgia Role Overview Precise. Reliable. Powerful. Join a team as innovative as the technology we manage. Sodexo's Healthcare Technology...

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Lead Water-Wastewater Treatment Operator

  • Albany, GA
  • 8 days ago
  • Albany, GA
  • 8 days ago

This role is under limited supervision, performs routine tasks related to the operation of a water treatment facility....

Operator Terminal

  • Buford, GA
  • 8 days ago
  • Buford, GA
  • 8 days ago

Company Overview READY TO BUILD A BETTER FUTURE WITH US? Cemex is a leader in the building materials industry, known for our innovation, quality, and sustainability. With over a century of...

Waste Water Operator

  • Lyons, GA
  • 8 days ago
  • Lyons, GA
  • 8 days ago

Collects samples and identifies concentrations of chemical, physical or biological characteristics of wastewater required in accordance with local, state, and federal requirements....

Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

  • Franklin, GA
  • 8 days ago
  • Franklin, GA
  • 8 days ago

per hour Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I: Requires high school diploma or equivalent Under supervision, operates wastewater treatment plants to treat wastewater and discharges it in an environmentally...

Directional Drill Operator Locator Foreman

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 9 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 9 days ago

Overview At MasTec Communications Group we build for the future. Yours and ours. As a Directional Drill Operator/Locator Foreman, you will develop new skills, work in a safety - minded...

Biomedical Equipment Technician

  • Waycross, GA
  • 10 days ago
  • Waycross, GA
  • 10 days ago

About this role: As a Biomedical Technician with Fresenius Medical Care, you will maintain and repair medical and water treatment equipment within our kidney care clinics....

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Salary for Equipment Operator Jobs in Georgia

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireUtilities research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Equipment Operator positions.



Highest Education Level

Equipment Operators in Georgia offer the following education background
High School or GED
32.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
22.3%
Bachelor's Degree
20.4%
Associate's Degree
15.4%
Master's Degree
5.9%
Some College
2.4%
Some High School
0.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Equipment Operators in Georgia
Less than 1 year
47.6%
2-4 years
22.5%
1-2 years
16.1%
None
13.7%


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