Construction Equipment Operator

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ENV-006255",
  "term": "Construction Equipment Operator",
  "field": "Environment",
  "definition": "Uses machinery to move construction materials, earth, and other heavy materials at construction sites and mines. They operate equipment that clears and grades land to prepare it for construction of roads, buildings, and bridges, as well as airport runways, power generation facilities, dams, levees, and other structures. They use machines to dig trenches to lay or repair sewer and other utilities, and hoist heavy construction materials. They even may work offshore constructing oil rigs. Construction equipment operators also operate machinery that spreads asphalt and concrete on roads and other structures.",
  "references": [
    "DOL Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/construction-equipment-operator/"
}