Heavy Machine Operator​/Pipe Layer

Southern Utilities & Grading is actively seeking an experienced Fine Grading Misc Equipment Operator. This position will be under the direction and supervision of a foreman or superintendent and will work with a team of other construction professionals. The job description noted below is not intended to describe, in detail, the multitude of tasks that may be assigned but rather to give the employee a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations of his/her position.

Willing and able to perform manual labor, including but not limited to shoveling curb, removing inlet protection, assisting pulling string line & checking grade, and spotting for trucks/equipment.

Work alongside the motor grader utilizing equipment such as a wheel loader or skid steer to pickup and move bulk material.

Run all necessary equipment to support the motor grader. This will include smooth drum roller, backhoe, trench roller, and mini excavator.

Utilize Southern Utilities & Grading's core values in daily duties.

Communicate professionally with everyone on site, including but not limited to supervisors, teammates, contractors, clients and vendor partners.

Understand, interpret and follow goals and directions from a foreman or superintendent.

Maintain attendance at work, including presence at work during regular work hours or other schedule as may be assigned by the foreman or superintendent. Acceptance of overtime assignments also may be required in order to operational needs.

Perform other various assignments as assigned

Must be willing to work Monday through Friday 7AM-5:30PM, or other schedule as may be assigned by the foreman or superintendent, as well as Saturdays when needed.

Must be willing to learn.

Must be able to understand site goals and direction.

Must be able to communicate effectively with supervisors and teammates.

Ability to understand site goals and direction.

Must pass a pre-employment drug and background screening. Random drug screening at owner's discretion

Must have reliable transportation.

Must be 18 years of age or older.

Able to stand/sit for extended periods of time, as well as stoop, kneel, walk, bend, crouch, lift, and crawl as required to perform essential duties.

Able to climb on and off equipment safely while maintaining three (3) points of contact.

Able to lift, carry, and hold building materials, tools, and supplies

Able to maintain constant alertness and situational awareness while on the job site.

Able to perform job responsibilities outdoors, in all types of weather conditions.

Able to communicate audibly and visually while exposed to varying levels of noise, dust and substances commonly found on construction sites.

Able to use hands, arms, and feet for repetitive lifting and carrying of construction materials.

Able to lift 50-80 lbs on a regular basis

Any other physical demand the assigned duties require.

Must be willing to travel Charlotte and surrounding areas. Pay based on experience.

Southern Utilities & Grading offers both commercial and residential grading services in the greater Charlotte area. We are here for all your grading needs!

Southern Utilities & Grading can offer all water and sanitary installs and connections. Sanitary includes sanitary pipe, manholes, laterals, grinder pumps, tie-ins to existing sanitary lines. Water includes water meters, large valves, and tie-ins to existing water lines.

We offer demolition services on commercial and residential sites.

"At Southern Utilities and Grading, our mission is to provide our clients with smart and efficient solutions for their utility and grading needs. We are dedicated to providing the highest quality of service possible and to exceeding our clients' expectations."

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