Crew Operator Jobs

Crew Operator jobs are open across construction, utilities, oil and gas, and logistics, with specializations in heavy equipment operation, pipeline and plant operations, and marine or rail crew roles, from entry-level to lead and supervisor. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles27
Top stateFlorida
Top employerBrightview
Top cityMiami, FL
Work type100% On-site
Top industryAnimal Care

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Crew Leader (A Foreman)/Bucket Truck Operator
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Crew Leader (A Foreman)/Bucket Truck Operator
Lewis Services - 100% Employee Owned
Claremont, New Hampshire
IT Support
Project Management
Technical Program Management
$26 - $35/hr
CPR Certification
1,001-5,000

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Heavy Equipment Operator or Trainee / Bridge Crew
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Heavy Equipment Operator or Trainee / Bridge Crew
PINAL COUNTY
Eleven Mile Corner, Arizona
Construction
Construction Management
Skilled Trades
$41k - $52k/yr
CPR Certification

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Winter Plow Crew Equipment Operator 2026
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Winter Plow Crew Equipment Operator 2026
BOGUS BASIN RECREATIONAL ASSOCIATION INC
Boise, Idaho
Maintenance & Repair
Quality Control
Skilled Trades

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Boiler Operator (Crew C) Grand Forks, ND
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Boiler Operator (Crew C) Grand Forks, ND
Simplot Company
Grand Forks, North Dakota
Health & Safety
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Loader Operator _ Portable Crew
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Loader Operator _ Portable Crew
ARCOSA
Orlando, Florida
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
1,001-5,000

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Crew Operator Job Market

Who's Hiring

Brightview2 open roles
Phillips2 open roles
City of Virginia Beach2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Animal Care & Pet Services

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in crew operator jobs.

  • High school diploma or GED with a valid commercial driver's license
  • One or more years of hands-on heavy equipment or plant operations experience
  • OSHA 10-hour or 30-hour safety certification
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check
  • Proficiency operating excavators, loaders, cranes, or drilling equipment
  • Willingness to work rotating shifts, overtime, or remote job sites

Tips for Your Crew Operator Job Search

List every piece of equipment you operate

Crew operator postings are filtered by equipment type, so name every machine on your resume: excavators, loaders, forklifts, drilling rigs, cranes. Vague phrases like 'heavy equipment' get screened out before a hiring manager ever reads your application.

Front-load your certifications and licenses

Put your CDL class, OSHA card, crane operator certification, or any state-issued operator license in a dedicated section at the top of your resume. Recruiters scan for compliance credentials before anything else on a crew operator application.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists crew operator openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Target postings by project type and shift

Filter for the project type you know best, whether that is pipeline construction, plant turnarounds, or marine operations, and check shift requirements carefully. Night, rotating, or offshore schedules narrow the field fast and let you target openings where your availability is a genuine advantage.

Prepare for a skills demonstration, not just an interview

Many crew operator interviews include a walk-around inspection, a written safety test, or an equipment check-out before any conversation. Brush up on pre-operation inspection checklists and load charts for the equipment you listed so you're ready when they hand you the keys.

Negotiate your per diem and travel terms

Crew operator roles often include per diem, housing allowances, or rotational travel, and these figures are frequently negotiable. When an offer comes in, ask for the full compensation breakdown in writing before you accept, so you can compare total packages accurately across offers.

Crew Operator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most crew operators?

The most active employers for crew operators right now are Brightview, Phillips, and City of Virginia Beach, and the most openings are in Florida, Virginia, and South Carolina, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to track large infrastructure projects, plant shutdowns, and seasonal construction cycles.

How many crew operator jobs are remote?

About 0% of crew operator openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most roles. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid work are dispatch coordination, crew scheduling, and remote monitoring roles tied to pipeline or utility operations.

How do you become a crew operator?

Start by earning a high school diploma or GED, then obtain a commercial driver's license if the equipment or transport duties require one. Complete an OSHA safety certification and seek entry-level laborer or equipment helper roles to build hands-on hours. Many operators advance by completing employer-sponsored equipment training programs or apprenticeships through trade unions, then accumulating logged operating hours to qualify for higher-level certifications.

Can you get hired as a crew operator with little experience?

Yes, many employers hire entry-level crew operators as helpers or ground crew and train them on specific equipment. Highlighting any related experience, such as forklift operation, landscaping machinery, or military vehicle operation, strengthens an application with a thin resume. Earning an OSHA safety card before you apply signals awareness of job-site standards and helps you stand out against other candidates with similar hours.

What does the crew operator interview process look like?

Most crew operator interviews begin with a phone or in-person screen focused on equipment familiarity and safety record, followed by a site visit or yard assessment. Candidates are often asked to perform a pre-operation inspection walk-around or answer questions from a written safety exam. Some employers conclude with a supervised equipment demonstration before extending a conditional offer pending a drug screen and background check.

Where can I find and apply to crew operator jobs?

You can find and apply to crew operator jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your equipment experience, location preference, and shift availability, then apply directly to each posting that fits.

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