Equipment Operator (EOV Operator)
Hiring bonus: $25 — NEXTAFF pays new hires who apply through this link. Terms are set by the agency.
- Agency
- NEXTAFF
- Location
- Ocean Springs, MS
- Job type
- Contract
- Pay
- $17.00/HourlyRate
- Profession
- Machine Operator
- Industry
- Manufacturing & Production
- Posted
- Aug 16, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $17.00
- Weekly
- $680
- Yearly (full-time)
- $35,360
This job pays about $17.00/hour — 8% below the median for Machine Operator jobs in Mississippi ($18.54/hour).
Estimated from the hourly rate in the listing, 40 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Machine Operator jobs in Mississippi right now
- 2 open Machine Operator jobs in Mississippi from 1 agency.
- Typical Machine Operator pay in Mississippi: $18.54/hour ($38,563/year, BLS).
Job description
Equipment Operator (EOV Operator)
Full-TimePay: $16.00–$17.00/hr DOE Professional OpportunityWe are seeking a dependable Equipment Operator (EOV Operator) to safely operate heavy equipment while supporting construction, material handling, and site operations. The ideal candidate has equipment operating experience, a strong commitment to safety, and is willing to perform general labor when equipment is not in use.Essential Responsibilities
- Operate heavy equipment safely and efficiently to support daily operations.
- Load, move, and place materials as directed.
- Perform pre-operation and post-operation equipment inspections.
- Report equipment issues and assist with routine maintenance.
- Follow grade stakes, work plans, and supervisor instructions.
- Assist with general labor and site cleanup when equipment is not in use.
- Work safely around crews, utilities, and other equipment.
- Comply with all company safety policies and procedures.
- Previous heavy equipment operating experience preferred.
- Ability to safely operate equipment in a construction or industrial environment.
- Mechanical aptitude with the ability to identify basic equipment issues.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Dependable attendance and reliable transportation.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work effectively as part of a team.
- Full-Time
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Benefits available
- Opportunity for overtime
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