Dozer & Excavator Operator: Grading Pro

Sequoia-Services; Vass (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Sequoia Services is seeking a full-time Equipment Operator in North Carolina to operate excavators, bulldozers, loaders, and rollers for grading and material handling on construction sites. The role requires 2+ years of construction experience and the ability to obtain required certifications.

Responsibilities include safe operation of CAT bulldozers and excavators, loading trucks, grading terrain, and following grade signals or GPS controls.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in construction.
• Ability to attain certifications as required.
• Fit for Duty

Responsibilities

• Operate CAT bulldozers (D5-D8) and CAT excavators (320-349) safely.
• Experience with Construction GPS systems such as Trimble and TopCon is a plus.
• Operate excavators to safely and efficiently load on-road and off-road trucks.
• Operate bulldozer controls to regulate blade height and adjust ripper to loosen soil for grading.
• Monitor depth of cut by feel and listening to equipment sounds.
• Follow grade stakes, hand signals or GPS to achieve specified grade.
• Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations.
• Keep equipment running by following operating instructions; troubleshooting; calling for repairs.
• Update job knowledge by participating in training opportunities.
• Take actions to avoid hazards or obstructions, such as utility lines, other equipment, or workers.
• Prepare equipment by conducting inspections; performing preventive maintenance checks.
• Study instructions and diagrams; calculate requirements; gather supplies.
• Complete tasks by operating equipment and adapting to varying conditions.
• Coordinate machine actions with crew signals and adjust loading accordingly.
• Complete related results as needed to accomplish operations.

Skills

Construction experience

Ability to obtain certifications

Fit for Duty

Tools

Trimble GPS

Topcon GPS

Job description

Sequoia Services is seeking a full-time Equipment Operator in North Carolina to operate excavators, bulldozers, loaders, and rollers for grading and material handling on construction sites. The role requires 2+ years of construction experience and the ability to obtain required certifications.

Responsibilities include safe operation of CAT bulldozers and excavators, loading trucks, grading terrain, and following grade signals or GPS controls.