5716 - Engineering Equipment Operating

Show All / Hide All

Federal Occupation Description

Federal Occupation Description

This standard is to be used for grading nonsupervisory jobs which involve the operation of gasoline- or diesel-powered engineering and construction equipment with wheeled or crawler type traction. Jobs covered are those involving the operation of equipment such as graders, tractors with bulldozer or angledozer blades, front-end loaders, backhoes, trench diggers, and large industrial tractors with pan or scraper attachments. This equipment is used to perform such functions as cutting, moving, digging, grading, and rolling earth, sand, stone, and other materials, and to maintain ditches, road shoulders and beds, and firelines.

For job opportunities in this series, go to the Office of Personnel Management USAJOBS website.

Other Federal Occupations

It is not uncommon for individuals in one federal occupational series to perform duties related to another series within the same federal occupational group. To find out about the certifications for another series in the TRANSPORTATION/MOBILE EQUIPMENT OPERATION FAMILY, click on that series below. Note that credentials have not yet been identified for all series – links are provided only to those series for which the identification of credentials has been completed. Additional series will be added over time.

  • 5703 - Motor Vehicle Operating
  • 5704 - Fork Lift Operating
  • 5705 - Tractor Operating
  • 5725 - Crane Operating
  • 5729 - Drill Rig Operating
  • 5736 - Braking-Switching and Conducting
  • 5737 - Locomotive Engineering
  • 5738 - Railroad Maintenance Vehicle Operating
  • 5767 - Airfield Clearing Equipment Operating
  • 5782 - Ship Operating
  • 5784 - Riverboat Operating
  • 5786 - Small Craft Operating
  • 5788 - Deckhand

The following certifications have been identified as most relevant to the broad duties of this federal occupational series. Please note that these credentials may not reflect all of the unique job functions that you perform within your organization. Also these credentials may require additional education, training or experience. For more information about any credential, click on the credential title below.

Compare Credential Agency Related As GI Bill® Accreditation ID
Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Is Not In Demand United States Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) someSome    
Mobile Crane Operator - Telescopic Boom Crane Fixed Cab (TSS) Is Not In Demand National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO) otherOther GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
Mobile Crane Operator - Lattice Boom Crawler Cranes (LBC) Is Not In Demand National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO) otherOther GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
Mobile Crane Operator - Telescopic Boom Cranes Swing Cab (TLL) Is Not In Demand National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO) otherOther GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
Mobile Crane Operator - Lattice Boom Truck Crane (LBT) Is Not In Demand National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO) otherOther GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
Tower Crane Operator Is Not In Demand National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO) otherOther   AccreditationAccreditation
Overhead Crane Operator Is Not In Demand National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO) otherOther   AccreditationAccreditation
Rigger Level I Is Not In Demand National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO) otherOther   AccreditationAccreditation
Signalperson Is Not In Demand National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO) someSome   AccreditationAccreditation
Rigger Certification - Basic Is Not In Demand National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) otherOther    
Rigger Certification - Intermediate Is Not In Demand National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) otherOther    
Rigger Certification - Advanced Is Not In Demand National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) otherOther    
Rigger Level II Is Not In Demand National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO) otherOther   AccreditationAccreditation
Rubber Tire Truck Mount Crane, Boom Truck-Articulating Boom, Fixed Controls Is Not In Demand National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) otherOther   AccreditationAccreditation
Rubber Tire Truck Mount Crane Boom Truck-Telescopic Boom, Rotating Controls Is Not In Demand National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) otherOther   AccreditationAccreditation
Crawler Mount Crane, Lattice Boom, Friction Machinery Is Not In Demand National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) otherOther   AccreditationAccreditation
Rubber Tire Truck Mount Crane, Lattice Boom, Hydraulic Machinery Is Not In Demand National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) otherOther   AccreditationAccreditation
Crawler Mount Crane, Lattice Boom, Hydraulic Machinery Is Not In Demand National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) otherOther   AccreditationAccreditation
Industrial/All Purpose Crane Is Not In Demand National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) otherOther   AccreditationAccreditation
Rubber Tire Truck Mount Crane, Lattice Boom, Friction Machinery Is Not In Demand National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) otherOther   AccreditationAccreditation
Rough Terrain/All Terrain Crane, Single Control Station, Rotating Controls Is Not In Demand National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) otherOther   AccreditationAccreditation
Rubber Tire Truck Mount Crane, Boom Truck-Articulating Boom, Rotating Controls Is Not In Demand National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) otherOther   AccreditationAccreditation
Rubber Tire Truck Mount Crane Boom Truck-Telescopic Boom, Fixed Controls Is Not In Demand National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) otherOther   AccreditationAccreditation
Rough Terrain/All Terrain Crane, Single Control Station, Fixed Controls Is Not In Demand National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) otherOther   AccreditationAccreditation
Crawler Mount Crane, Telescopic Boom Is Not In Demand National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) otherOther   AccreditationAccreditation
Rubber Tire Truck Mount Crane Boom Truck-Telescopic Boom All Terrain Is Not In Demand National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) otherOther   AccreditationAccreditation
Digger Derrick Operator Is Not In Demand National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO) someSome   AccreditationAccreditation
Signal Person Is Not In Demand National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) someSome    
Boom Truck Fixed Cab Operator Is Not In Demand National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO) otherOther   AccreditationAccreditation
Service Truck Crane Operator Is Not In Demand National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO) otherOther   AccreditationAccreditation
Lift Director-Mobile Cranes (MLD) Is Not In Demand National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO) otherOther   AccreditationAccreditation
Lift Director-Tower Cranes (TLD) Is Not In Demand National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO) otherOther   AccreditationAccreditation
Articulating Boom Crane (ABC) Is Not In Demand National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO) otherOther    
Articulating Boom Crane with Winch (ABW) Is Not In Demand National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO) otherOther    
Articulating Boom Loader (ABL) Is Not In Demand National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO) otherOther    

State Licenses

Some states have specific licensing requirements for the following related civilian occupations. These state licenses may require additional education, training or experience. Click on the occupation below to get more information on state requirements from the U.S. Department of Labor.

Related Civilian Private Sector Occupations

The following civilian private sector occupations are similar to the duties performed by 5716 - Engineering Equipment Operating. These occupations may require additional education, training or experience. For more information about these occupations, click on the civilian occupation below.

Civilian Job Duties Matched Bright Outlook Registered Apprenticeship Local Salary Info
Dredge Operators someSome   Registered ApprenticeshipApprenticeship  find local salaryfind local salary
Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators mostMost   Registered ApprenticeshipApprenticeship  find local salaryfind local salary
Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers someSome Bright OutlookBright Outlook  Registered ApprenticeshipApprenticeship  find local salaryfind local salary
Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators someSome     find local salaryfind local salary
Loading Machine Operators, Underground Mining someSome     find local salaryfind local salary
Logging Equipment Operators someSome     find local salaryfind local salary
Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators mostMost Bright OutlookBright Outlook  Registered ApprenticeshipApprenticeship  find local salaryfind local salary
Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators someSome Bright OutlookBright Outlook  Registered ApprenticeshipApprenticeship  find local salaryfind local salary
Top
This is an official U.S. Navy websiteUpdated: October 16, 2019
Click here to go to Commercial Driver's License (CDL) COOL Snapshot page.

The United States Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is for individuals who drive certain Commercial Motor Vehicles (CMVs). There are three classes of CDLs with endorsements for specialized qualifications for vehicles like school buses, tank trucks, and tractor trailers. The U.S. Department of Transportation requires drivers to obtain and hold a CDL if they operate in interstate, intrastate, or foreign commerce and drive a vehicle that meets one or more of the classifications of a CMV described on the FMSCA website. FMSCA has developed and issued standards for state testing and licensing of CDL holders. These standards require state governments to issue CDLs to certain CMV drivers only after the driver passes knowledge and skills testing that is administered by the state and related to the type of vehicle the driver expects to operate.

Click here to go to Signalperson COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The NCCCO Signalperson certification is an entry-level credential designed for signalpersons who are trained and who use hand and voice signals in crane operation. Candidates must be at least 18 years of age. Applicants and those certified agree to comply with NCCCO's Substance Abuse Policy and the NCCCO Code of Ethics. To earn the certification applicants must pass exams.

Click here to go to Digger Derrick Operator COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

Digger Derrick Operator is an entry-level certification for operators who are trained and who currently work in digger derrick operation. This equipment is frequently used by utilities and electrical contractors and is typically equipped with a digging auger and devices used to lift and stabilize a pole during installation. Candidates must be at least 18 years of age, meet medical requirements, comply wtih NCCCO's Substance Abuse Policy and Code of Ethics, and pass a written and practical exam.

Click here to go to Signal Person COOL Snapshot page.

Credential description coming soon.

In Demand

This certification is considered in demand

GI Bill®

Reimbursement for exam fees has been approved for payment through the GI Bill. Click for external link to GI Bill licensing and certification information.

Note: GI Bill approval data is updated quarterly. For the latest information, visit the WEAMS Licenses/Certifications Search page. Make sure to select "Both" in the LAC Category Type drop-down before searching.

Click here to go to the GI Bill site.

ANSI

This credential has been accredited by ANSI. Click for external link to the ANSI web site.

ICAC

This credential has been accredited by ICAC. Click for external link to the ICAC web site.

NCCA

This credentialing program has been accredited by NCCA. Click for external link to the NCCA web site.

ABSNC

This credential has been accredited by ABSNC. Click for external link to the ABSNC web site.

IAS

This credential has been accredited by IAS. Click for external link to the IAS web site.

Some

Credential is related to some tasks associated with the duties of the rating (at least one critical task but less than 80%)

Most

Credential is directly related to most of the major duties associated with the rating (at least 80%)

Other

Credential is related to this military occupation, but is more advanced or specialized and therefore will likely require additional education, training, or experience

Most – Tasks in these careers match most duties of the military job or specialty (approximately 80% or greater)
Some – Tasks in these careers match some duties of the military job or specialty (greater than 20% but less than 80%)
Bright Outlook – new job opportunities are very likely in the future for this job
Registered Apprenticeship
Click here for the external link to: My Next Move for Veterans - Dredge Operators
Click here for the external link to: My Next Move salary info for Dredge Operators
Click here for the external link to: My Next Move for Veterans - Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators
Click here for the external link to: My Next Move salary info for Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators
Click here for the external link to: My Next Move for Veterans - Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers
Click here for the external link to: My Next Move salary info for Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers
Click here for the external link to: My Next Move for Veterans - Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators
Click here for the external link to: My Next Move salary info for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators
Click here for the external link to: My Next Move for Veterans - Loading Machine Operators, Underground Mining
Click here for the external link to: My Next Move salary info for Loading Machine Operators, Underground Mining
Click here for the external link to: My Next Move for Veterans - Logging Equipment Operators
Click here for the external link to: My Next Move salary info for Logging Equipment Operators
Click here for the external link to: My Next Move for Veterans - Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators
Click here for the external link to: My Next Move salary info for Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators
Click here for the external link to: My Next Move for Veterans - Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators
Click here for the external link to: My Next Move salary info for Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators