Heavy Equipment Operator
G9GDC · Watford City, ND - 16N, Watford City, ND, US · United States · On-site
Pay: USD 52,000 – 72,800 a year
Posted Sep 9, 2026
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Please note, we are not hiring immediately for this position unless you have demonstrated 4-6 years of seat time
Heavy Equipment Operator
Environmental Remediation | Full-Time | Field Based
Salary: $25 to $35 hourly (DOE)
We're Building Teams... Not Filling Seats.
The best operators aren't looking for just another job . They're looking for a team they can grow with.
At Earth Systems, we're building more than environmental projects. We're building careers. We invest in our people, promote from within, and give experienced operators the opportunity to make a real impact on projects that restore and protect the environment.
If you take pride in your work, put safety first, and want to build a long-term future instead of bouncing from company to company, we'd like to meet you.
What You'll Do
Operate excavators, dozers, loaders, grader, scraper, backhoe, skid steers, and other heavy equipment
Excavate, trench, grade, backfill, and restore project sites
Support environmental remediation and civil construction activities
Perform daily equipment inspections and preventative maintenance
Load, move, and place soil, aggregate, and other materials safely
Assist field crews with site preparation and restoration when equipment isn't operating
Install erosion control and environmental containment systems
Read and execute project plans while maintaining quality and productivity
Complete daily equipment logs and field documentation
Work safely while protecting your team, our clients, and the environment
What Makes You a Great Fit
4-6 years of heavy equipment operating experience
Experience with excavation, grading, earthwork, remediation, or civil construction
Skilled operating excavators, loaders, dozers, skid steers, or similar equipment
Strong work ethic with a team-first attitude
Committed to safety and doing the job right the first time
Valid driver's license with a clean driving record (MVR goes back 5 years)
Willing to travel and work overtime when projects require it
Why Operators Choose Earth Systems
Career advancement opportunities with a growing environmental company
Promote-from-within culture
Modern, well-maintained equipment
Overtime opportunities
Stable, year-round work
Safety-first culture where your voice matters
Diverse environmental and construction projects that keep every day different
Work that makes a lasting impact on communities and the environment
Physical Requirements
Lift and carry up to 75 pounds
Work outdoors in varying weather conditions
Climb on and off equipment throughout the workday
Perform physical field work as needed to support the crew
Safety Is Our Foundation
Every project begins and ends with safety. We expect every employee to follow company Health & Safety policies, OSHA regulations, and environmental compliance requirements while looking out for one another on every job site.
Equal Opportunity & Compliance
Earth Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer and…