Work Environment
Construction equipment operators work in nearly every
weather condition. Some operators work in remote locations on
large construction projects, such as highways and dams, or in
factories or mines.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
HAND-EYE-FOOT COORDINATION is needed. Workers
should have steady hands and feet to guide and control heavy
machinery precisely, sometimes in tight spaces.
MECHANICAL SKILLS will be used by construction equipment
operators to perform basic maintenance on the equipment
they operate. As a result, they should be familiar with hand and
power tools and standard equipment care.
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