Heavy Equipment Operators for Hire

FAQs about our equipment operators

• How many years of experience do our operators have?
• Our operators range in experience from 5 to 40 years, with the majority of our operators joining us with 20 years of experience. Typically, they come to us looking for more flexible work opportunities after having worked full time throughout their careers.Because each job site and piece of equipment is unique, we consider the skills and experience of each operator and match them to your job requirements.If one of our operators works well with you and your crew, and meets all your needs, you can also choose to work with them again and again.
• How long are our operators available for projects?
• Our operators will stay with you for as long as you need to finish the job.We recognize that you don’t always have a definitive end date to a project, and with multiple rental contracts, it’s easy to have overlapping dates. Our dispatchers work closely with you to coordinate dates, rental contracts, and operator assignments.We remain as flexible as possible to always ensure you have the hands and machines you need.
• What happens if I need to extend the contract with an operator?
• Anytime you need a change with your operator agreement, whether it’s for an extension or not, we’re happy to make adjustments you need.Changes happen fast on a job site, and we’re familiar with rapid changes and extensions. We’re dedicated to doing whatever it takes to keep your projects running within minimal delay, the highest professionalism, and the most stringent safety standards.Simply speak with one of our operators to make any necessary changes.
• Are our operators certified?
• The short answer: yes.
  Our operators are both certified and vetted, with the majority of our operators joining our team with around 20 years of experience.With the high standards and regulations in most jurisdictions in North America, and the dangerous nature of certain roles on the job site, operators are both certified/ qualified and highly experienced.
• What safety qualifications do our operators have?
• Our operators go through operator safety training- a basic requirement that every operator should have regardless of where they work.They also have Confined Space Entry Training as a basic requirement across the board.Further safety requirements and qualifications vary by operator, the region they operate in, and may vary from job site to job site. If your project is a union project, you may have certain requirements that others may not.This is why we take measures to ensure that you’re always matched with the right operator for your job site and project.
  
• Where did our operators work before John Deere?
• Our operators have experience working for various companies in sectors ranging from residential, commercial, and industrial construction to heavy infrastructure and mining and everything in between.