IUOE Local 211

225 Broadway, Suite 4300 New York, NY 10007

About The Trade

An Operating Engineer is a skilled professional who operates heavy machinery and equipment in various construction and industrial settings. Operating Engineers are responsible for the safe and efficient operation of heavy equipment, which can include bulldozers, excavators, cranes, backhoes, loaders, pavers, and other construction and industrial machinery. Their work is essential to a wide range of projects, including road construction, building construction, excavation, demolition, and maintenance of infrastructure.