Backhoe/Trackhoe Operator – Grading & Excavation

King Asphalt; Burgaw (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

King Asphalt, Inc. is seeking an equipment operator to operate a rubber tire backhoe or track hoe for grading and excavation work in North Carolina. The role requires daily checks of fluids and gauges, adherence to safety rules, and assistance with basic repairs.

Responsibilities include grading, trenching, pipe placement, and loading trucks while keeping equipment in good condition and avoiding damage to nearby utilities and structures.

Qualifications

• Operate rubber tire backhoe or track hoe safely and efficiently.
• Check and monitor fluid levels, gauges, and daily startup checks.
• Assist with minor repairs and routine lubrication.
• Follow safety procedures and company policies.

Responsibilities

• Perform grading and excavation tasks as assigned.
• Clean ditches, shape subgrades, base materials, and backfill.
• Load trucks, lay pipe, and maneuver around utilities and structures.
• Maintain hoe cleanliness and report unsafe conditions.

Skills

Backhoe operation

Equipment maintenance

Safety compliance

Reading gauges

Job description

King Asphalt, Inc. is seeking an equipment operator to operate a rubber tire backhoe or track hoe for grading and excavation work in North Carolina. The role requires daily checks of fluids and gauges, adherence to safety rules, and assistance with basic repairs.

Responsibilities include grading, trenching, pipe placement, and loading trucks while keeping equipment in good condition and avoiding damage to nearby utilities and structures.