Equipment Operator - Environmental Remediation

Job Title : Equipment Operator – Environmental Remediation

Employee Type : Full-Time, Hourly, Non-Exempt

Reports to : Project Superintendent / Project Manager

Schedule : Monday–Friday, with overtime on evenings and weekends as needed

Location : Beaumont, TX Area

About O6 Environmental

O6 Environmental is a self-performing environmental contractor with over 20 years of experience delivering complex remediation, earthwork, and demolition projects across the U.S. Our work spans environmental construction, waste management, and industrial cleaning, with a focus on federal, private, and high-sensitivity cleanup sites. We take pride in safety, professionalism, and performance.

Summary

We are seeking experienced Equipment Operators to support environmental remediation and civil construction activities in the Beaumont, TX area. Operators will be responsible for safely and efficiently performing excavation, material movement, and site restoration tasks in support of both clean construction and contaminated site scopes.

Duties & Responsibilities

Operate heavy equipment such as excavators, dozers, loaders, skid steers, and compactors

Perform trenching, grading, backfilling, and other earthmoving tasks

Follow direction from foremen and supervisors to complete assigned tasks

Load, move, and stockpile materials as directed

Conduct routine equipment inspections and assist with basic maintenance

Work in coordination with site safety plans and control zones

Participate in daily safety briefings and follow all site-specific protocols

Support general labor and environmental fieldwork when not operating

Required Skills & Abilities

Skilled in operating a variety of heavy equipment types

Strong awareness of jobsite safety and environmental compliance

Ability to read and follow grade stakes or GPS layout (preferred)

Capable of working in tight spaces or areas with overhead or underground utilities

Willing to wear PPE and assist with non-equipment tasks when needed

Able to take direction, work well within a team, and adjust to dynamic site conditions

Education & Certifications

40-Hour HAZWOPER (preferred; training can be provided for qualifying applicants)

OSHA 10 or 30 certification preferred

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Minimum of 1 year of experience operating heavy equipment in environmental, industrial, or civil construction

Work Conditions

Outdoor work in varying weather conditions

May include physically demanding labor, confined spaces, and elevated work areas

Must pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check

Must follow client and site-specific safety requirements

What We Offer

Competitive hourly pay based on experience

Paid HAZWOPER training (if needed)

Health and dental insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation

Long-term project opportunities and room for advancement

O6 Environmental is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category.