Heavy equipment operator, Kaiwhakamahi mīhini rahi
Also known as
- Earthmoving machine operator, excavator operator, bulldozer operator, asphalt operator, construction equipment operator, engineering equipment operator
Heavy equipment operators drive or control heavy equipment to dig and build tunnels, roads and other projects.
Your pay could be
$51K
Lower
$66K to $100K
Most common
$122K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Your training could be
No specific training
Heavy equipment operator
- usually work regular business hours but may work weekends
- usually work on construction sites, and may travel locally
- may work in noisy and dirty conditions
- may do physically demanding work
- need to be methodical, accurate and safety conscious
Tasks
- operate heavy machinery
- move soil, rocks and building materials
- position machinery for safe operation
- load and unload construction materials
- clear land and prepare work sites
- monitor construction work and equipment
- guide machinery into correct position
- inspect equipment for damage or repairs
- maintain machinery and work equipment
- follow health and safety rules
Practical
Organised
Investigative
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You need
- a Class 2, 3, 4 or 5 driver licence
- a Wheels, Track and Rollers Course (WTR) endorsement
You may need
- a driver licence with a special-type vehicle endorsement
If you’re in school
You usually don’t need specific NCEA levels for this job.
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