Heavy Equipment Operator

Summary

The Equipment Operator will work collaboratively with the Laborers and Foreman for completion of jobsite activities.

• Operate various pieces of heavy equipment, including excavators, loaders, dozers, graders, rollers, backhoes, and more.
• Perform fine grading and finishing, sloping, and banking, back filling, demolition, ditching, loading, excavating, and stockpiling.
• Utilize GPS systems and read & understand grade stakes and hubs for grade control and finishing.
• Ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures.
• Work outdoors on location in all weather conditions and on all terrain.
• Perform daily safety and maintenance checks on equipment.
• Repair or assist in repair and maintenance of construction vehicles.
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment, including fluid and filter changes and parts lubrication.
• Clean equipment as scheduled or when required.
• Ensure equipment is safely and securely stored when finished for the day.
• Practice workplace safety per OSHA standards.
• Work independently and stay on top of the schedule.
• Willingness to do work outside of equipment operations, including general labor work.
• Maintain a neat appearance and dress appropriately for the job.
• Show good attendance, teamwork, communication, and a positive attitude about the company and the job.

• Proven ability to operate heavy equipment.
• Valid driver/operator license.
• High school diploma or equivalent, or at least one year of experience.
• Knowledge of light and heavy equipment operation and maintenance.
• Knowledge of basic equipment and vehicle inspection and maintenance, including tire pressure, checking oil and water levels.
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
• Must always present a professional image, representing self and the company courteously and respectfully when dealing with customers, vendors, employees and the public.
• Skilled with various hand and power tools.
• Competent operating excavators, backhoe, trencher, etc.

• Sit, stand, and walk continuously throughout the scheduled workday.
• Stand, reach, drive and use fine motor skills frequently throughout the day.
• Bend, kneel, squat, and climb throughout the workday.
• Lift from 10 to 150 pounds.
• Work both indoors and outdoors, exposed to all weather conditions and may be in loud environments.
• Must work in a manner that will not jeopardize the health and safety of self or others.

Must be able to read and comprehend English.

The above statements reflect the general details necessary to describe the principal functions of the occupation described and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the occupation.

All applicants must be willing to submit to a pre‑employment drug test, background check, and motor vehicle record check.

Equal opportunity employer, including veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

Location:

Hilton Head Island, SC | Salary: $17.00–$19.00