Senior Equipment Operator - Lead Equipment Operator

Maryland Environmental Service

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Baltimore, MD Until 8/21/2026 3+ years exp First posted February 6, 2026 Last posted May 2, 2026
Job description

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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:

Position classification and salary offered will be based upon applicable experience

Senior EO: $52,743.60 - $72,530.64

Lead EO: $58,028.88 - $79,781.52

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:

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.

This position will be open until filled.

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.

About this role

Summary

Operate heavy equipment, including dump trucks, dozers, and excavators at Maryland facilities.

Job title

Senior Equipment Operator - Lead Equipment Operator

Experience level

3+ years

Minimum experience

3+ years exp

Industry

environmental services

Location requirements

Baltimore, MD; remote work not allowed

Salary

$53k–$80k

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

driver’s licensephysical fitnesslifting 50 pounds

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

heavy equipmentdredgingexcavatorsdump trucks
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Baltimore, MD, USA

On-site City