Equipment Operator

About Fountain Services, LLC

Established in 1946, Fountain Services, LLC has been a trusted leader in the electrical contracting industry for over 75 years. With offices across North and South Carolina, we specialize in residential, commercial, and industrial electrical services. Our mission is to empower employees through ongoing training, career development, and a culture of integrity, accountability, and mutual respect. We don’t just build electrical systems — we build careers.

• Career Growth – We offer a North Carolina‑accredited and Registered Apprenticeship Program. Employees have access to leadership training, including Foreman and Superintendent Academies, and clear pathways for advancement. Tuition reimbursement and bi‑annual performance reviews support long‑term development.
• Supportive Culture – We foster a work environment that values well‑being, professional respect, and collaborative leadership.
• Community Engagement – Our company is actively involved in local communities. We sponsor youth sports programs, nonprofits, and support civic organizations through economic and workforce development boards.
• Benefits:
  • Competitive wages with performance‑based bonuses and opportunities for promotion
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid holidays and paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement and continued education opportunities
  • Leadership development programs
    
    Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Company‑sponsored events and team‑building activities

Fountain Services, LLC is seeking qualified and experienced equipment operators who have a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). The position is based in our Spindale, NC headquarters office and supports commercial/residential construction projects across the western, piedmont, and Metrolina regions of North Carolina, and the upstate of South Carolina.

Candidates should have a minimum of five (5) years of experience operating equipment such as excavators, mini‑excavators, skid‑steers, trenchers, and tamps in a construction setting. A CDL with experience pulling trailers and hauling equipment is required.

• Safe and proficient equipment operation
• Construction experience
• Care and maintenance of tools and equipment
• Following direction and attention to detail
• Planning and organization
• Ability to read, understand, and follow construction documents

• High School diploma or GED
• Mandatory drug screen
• Satisfactory performance on a company‑administered skills assessment
• Valid driver’s license – CDL Preferred
• Relevant trainings and certifications preferred

• Charlotte Spectrum Center – Charlotte, NC – $34 million
• Kimpton Hotel Arras – Asheville, NC – $7.7 million
• Appalachian State University Residence Halls – Boone, NC – $22 million
• Greenville Drive Stadium – Greenville, SC – $3 million
• Ballantyne Reimagined – Stream Park and The Amp – Charlotte, NC – $3.7 million

View more projects on our portfolio page:

• Show up every day on time
• Appreciate instruction from leaders
• Let your work ethic speak for you
• Retain knowledge

We are looking for professionals who want to build a long‑term career with a company that values growth, integrity, and high performance. If that sounds like you, we want to hear from you.