Operating Engineer & Const. Equip. Operator
Operating engineers and construction equipment operators use machinery to move construction materials.
2%
20%
78%
National data for operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (SOC 47-2073).
$23,180
$33,550
$47,970
$11.15
$16.13
$23.06
Based on Nebraska Wage Figures
High School Diploma or GED
Trade schools or community colleges also offer programs in heavy equipment operation.
May not work for periods of time due to poor weather conditions or low construction activity.
May work more than 40 hours per week to catch up after bad weather.;
OPERATING ENGINEERS and CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT OPERATORS will:
Use cranes, bulldozers, and hoists to move objects short distances
Usually work at factory or construction sites
OPERATING ENGINEERS and CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT OPERATORS frequently:
Do maintenance and make minor repairs on their machines
Set up and inspect equipment
It is important that OPERATING ENGINEERS and CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT OPERATORS be able to:
Operate several different types of equipment, such as cranes, bulldozers, and hoists.
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