Marine Corps MOS · Engineering
1345 Engineer Equipment Operator
Overview
An Engineer Equipment Operator runs gasoline and diesel engine equipment for material handling and earthmoving operations. The operator also uses the accessories associated with this equipment.
Core Skills
- equipment operation
- basic maintenance and troubleshooting
- safety and compliance
- worksite coordination
- time management
- following technical instructions
- communication with supervisors and teams
- situational awareness
- basic record keeping
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Windows
- Maintenance record software
- Work record software
Civilian Career Paths
- Construction Management
- Fleet Management
- Supply Chain Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician (CMRT) · Funded
- Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
- Mobile Crane Operator: Lattice Boom Crawler Cranes (LBC) · Funded
- Mobile Crane Operator: Telescopic Boom Crane Fixed Cab (TSS) · Funded
- Mobile Crane Operator: Telescopic Boom Cranes Swing Cab (TLL) · Funded
Career Growth
- Rigger Level I
- Rigger Level II
- Signalperson (NCCCO)
- Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) · Funded
- Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST) · Funded
What the Work Involves
- Learn and follow safety regulations.
- Take actions to avoid potential hazards or obstructions, such as utility lines, other equipment, other workers, or falling objects.
- Start engines, move throttles, switches, or levers, or depress pedals to operate machines, such as bulldozers, trench excavators, road graders, or backhoes.
- Coordinate machine actions with other activities, positioning or moving loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members.
- Locate underground services, such as pipes or wires, prior to beginning work.
Related Occupations
- Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining
- Hoist and Winch Operators
- Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines
- Continuous Mining Machine Operators
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a high school diploma and some on-the-job training.
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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