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Equipment Operator

Job in Nitro, Kanawha County, West Virginia, 25143, USA
Listing for: PeopleReady
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-06
Job specializations:
  • Trades / Skilled Labor
    Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, General Labor
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 15 USD Hourly USD 15.00 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
** Equipment Operator*
* People Ready of So. Charleston, WV is now hiring Equipment Operators in Nitro, WV!

Apply today and you could start as soon as this week.

** As a People Ready associate you'll benefit from:*
* + Connections and experience with some of the top companies in your area

+ Great benefit package options

+ Get matched to jobs quickly.

+ Competitive pay and steady schedule

+ The ability to see your schedule and track your hours right from our easy-to-use app, Job Stack!

** Pay Rate:*
* _The pay rate for this job is $15 - $15 / hour
* _

** What You'll Be Doing as a Equipment Operator:*
* + Working outdoors in appropriate safety and protective equipment

+ Operating a variety of heavy equipment safely via hand signals, radio communication and using occupant safety devices

+ Performing pre-operational checks of equipment as well as basic maintenance on track or rubber tire undercarriage, buckets, and attachments; lubricating equipment components and attachments

+ Completing and maintaining equipment log sheets and reports

+ Performing site planning and setup by assessing jobsite conditions and identifying or selecting appropriate attachments for the work to be done

+ Acquiring and using a knowledge of earthmoving fundamentals (soil characteristics, ground conditions, map reading) as well as relevant health and safety acts, municipal codes and bylaws, natural gas regulations, and the Highway Traffic Act

+ Working cooperatively with supervisors and co-workers

+ Continuously learning about new techniques/equipment in order to operate safely while maintaining productivity

** Available

Shifts:

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* Shift timings
- All Available

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* Job Requirements:

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* + Applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment with People Ready

+ Possess a valid certification and minimum five years' experience with heavy construction equipment and trucks and/or three years performing maintenance on heavy equipment

+ Working knowledge of hydraulics, diesel engines, electronics, electronics, and Department of Transportation regulations

+ Valid driver's license

+ Tools of the trade and ability to bring them to the jobsite

+ References to verify the professional skills and experience you bring to the team

+ Able to occasionally lift and move more than 50 pounds and remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time

+ Background check and Drug test required

** Ready to take control of your work life?*
* Complete our application to join the People Ready team today!  
** _If you would like to apply in person please stop by the branch at the address below between the hours of 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.!_*
* ** Please contact our So. Charleston, WV branch for more information*
* ** Branch # 1265*
* ** Address: 4024 Mac Corkle Ave South, So. Charleston, WV 25309*
* ** Email Address: *
* * Hourly pay rates are a good-faith estimate based on factors such as relevant skills, experience, education, training, geographic location and other considerations permitted by law. An employee's pay history will not be a contributing factor where prohibited by local law. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis unless a deadline is otherwise stated.

Employees and their eligible dependents are offered Medical/Dental/Vision insurance and short-term disability. More details about our benefits can be found by copying and pasting this URL into your browser:  (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Blue Associates  .

People Ready considers all applicants for employment regardless of background, in compliance with applicable laws regarding fair hiring practices. People Ready is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristics protected by law. We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with applicable law.

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