Operator Equip Apprentice

Black & Veatch

Apprentice receiving on-the-job and classroom training for the Construction Equipment Operator role at Black & Veatch. Learning safety procedures and equipment operation for construction sites.

Posted 7/15/2026full-timeLake Cormorant • Mississippi • 🇺🇸 United StatesEntry LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in operating Heavy-Duty Construction Equipment and adherence to safety protocols, including Lock Out Tag Out procedures. Capable of interpreting blueprints and plans while effectively using hand and power tools in a construction environment.

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Heavy-Duty Construction Equipment OperationLock Out Tag Out ProceduresBlueprint InterpretationCommercial Driver's LicenseSafety Procedures Compliance

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Hard Skills

Equipment OperationMaterial HandlingConstruction MathBasic RiggingSafety ProceduresTool MaintenanceHazard IdentificationBlueprint ReadingHeavy Equipment SafetyUtility Tractor Operation

Soft Skills

Positive Work HabitsAttendance ReliabilityBasic Communication SkillsEmployability Skills

Tools & Technologies

Hand ToolsPower ToolsConstruction MachineryExcavatorsBulldozersRoad GradersBackhoesTractorsCranesLifting Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

Medical Examiner's CertificateCommercial Driver's License

Industry Keywords

Construction Equipment OperatorSafety TrainingConstruction Site SafetyApprenticeshipHeavy Equipment IdentificationConstruction DrawingsMaterials HandlingConstruction Safety OrientationAnti-Harassment TrainingGrades Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Apprentice will receive classroom and on the job training for Construction Equipment Operator.
Safety and Work Habits.
Demonstrate positive working habits and work attendance.
Practice safety procedures including pre task and planning and identifying hazards.
Demonstrate knowledge of performing Lock Out Tag Out and other safety requirements.
Use and Care Hand Tools, Power Tools, Equipment and Machinery.
Identify, select, and properly use tools, equipment, machinery, and materials.
Load, move, and unload materials and equipment to the appropriate locations.
Inspect, clean, and service tools, equipment, and machinery as required.
Operate Heavy-Duty Construction or Installation Equipment and Machinery.
Operate machinery such as bulldozers, trench excavators, road graders, or backhoes by properly using ignitions, throttles, switches, levers, and pedals to operate.
Properly use and position trucks, tractors, power cranes, shovels, graders, or other machinery to load and move dirt, rocks, materials, and equipment.
Load, secure, lift or hoist materials and equipment through proper hand and audio signals.
Review blueprints, plans, or diagrams to identify work requirements and sequences.
Properly use lift plans and schematics to accurately excavate, transport and/or place materials.
Document and record of use of materials and equipment, and any nonconformances.
Locate underground services, including pipes and wires, prior to beginning work.
Attend a sequence of Related Technical Instruction which will be delivered through a combination of traditional classroom training, virtual training and or independent study, which may include electronic media. Due to regional and local code differences and climate conditions, sequence of instructional competencies/modules are a suggestion only. Apprentices must complete a minimum of 144 hours per year of related instruction from a combination of three areas: (1) Introduction to Construction; (2) Safety; and (3) Concentration or Elective areas. Courses may be substituted if needed due to local conditions, training providers, job specific roles and responsibilities, or planned career pathways.
Apprenticeship Orientation (Including Anti-Harassment Training).
Basic Safety (Construction Site Safety Orientation).
Introduction to Construction Math.
Introduction to Hand Tools.
Introduction to Power Tools.
Introduction to Construction Drawings.
Introduction to Basic Rigging.
Basic Communication Skills.
Basic Employability Skills.
Introduction to Materials Handling.
Orientation to the Trade.
Heavy Equipment Safety.
Identification of Heavy Equipment.
Utility Tractors.
Grades Management Responsibilities.

Requirements

What you’ll need

0 – 9 months experience or 0 – 1500 hours as an equipment operator.
Developing knowledge of the operating limitations and safe work practices associated with each piece of equipment being operated.
A copy of the executed Medical Examiner's Certificate must be on file before any operation begins.
Commercial driver's license is required when the equipment will be operated on public roads.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Benefits

Comp & perks

health care benefits including but not limited to medical, dental and vision insurances
life insurance
robust wellness program
paid vacation
holiday time after the eligibility period has been met
variety of additional benefits including a company matched 401k plan
vendor discounts
AD&D insurance
pre-taxed accounts
voluntary legal plan
identity theft and credit monitoring services
B&V Credit Union