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Senior Equipment Operator - Lead Equipment Operator

Maryland Environmental Service
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 2 May 2026
💰 $75,978/yr($50,234/yr$75,978/yr)

About the role

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This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading team that provides environmental solutions to the public and private sectors throughout the State of Maryland.

Job Description:

Maryland Environmental Service has an immediate opening for an experienced full-time heavy equipment operator at the Cox Creek Dredged Material Containment Facility and the Cox Creek Sediment Technology and Reuse Facility. The projects are located in northern Anne Arundel County and Baltimore City, Maryland.   Positions available include Senior Equipment Operator (SEO) and Lead Equipment Operator (LEO).

Primary responsibilities include operating off-road dump trucks, dozers, excavators, other heavy equipment, and dewatering pumps. This position may require evening and weekend work and temporary assignments to other MES-operated facilities.

Estimated Pay Range:

Senior EO: $50,233.92 - $69,070.88 

Lead EO: $55,256.40 - $75,978.12 

Benefits:

  • Health Insurance with choice of medical plan and prescription, dental, vision, and life and disability insurance options, along with flexible spending accounts 

  • 401K retirement savings program with generous agency match 

  • Paid vacation, personal and sick leave 

  • Eleven paid holidays per year  

  • Tuition assistance 

Minimum Requirements:

Required minimum qualifications: Both EO classifications require graduation from a standard high school or GED, ability to pass a standard physical examination, ability to lift 50 pounds, and possession of a valid driver’s license with less than 5 points. SEO is required to have three (3) years of heavy equipment operations experience, and the LEO is required to have five (5) years of heavy equipment operations experience.

Position classification and salary offered will be based upon applicable experience.

Any offer of employment will be contingent upon successfully completing required pre-employment screens, to include full background check, drug & alcohol screening, and position appropriate physical.

Maryland Environmental Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. MES does not participate in programs that require sponsorship for work visas.

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