Equipment Operator

Thompson Construction Group, Inc.; Raeford (NC); Presencial; USD 25.000 - 34.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Wellness programs

Career development

Descripción de la vacante

Thompson Turner Construction is seeking an experienced Light Equipment Operator to operate power construction equipment such as backhoes, graders, and forklifts. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and adherence to OSHA regulations on excavation and site procedures.

You will read survey stakes for alignment, assist with load handling, and work with the crew to complete tasks on schedule. A CDL may be required depending on location, and candidates must pass a background check and drug test as

Formación

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in the field.
• May require a CDL, Class A or B.
• May require an annual physical examination.
• May be necessary to pass certification prior to operating some equipment.
• Truck operators may be required to have a valid state motor vehicle operator’s license.
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate clearly with supervisor/co-workers and understand direction from supervisor.
• Utilize basic math to calculate load weights and balance points.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, climb, bend, twist, stand, and reach repetitively, operate moving equipment, and work in hot/cold/damp/cramped environments.
• Candidate may be required to pass a drug test and criminal background check based on job location/requirements.

Responsabilidades

• Operate power construction equipment to excavate, lift, move, and grade earth.
• Maintain safe operation and comply with OSHA regulations.
• Read survey stakes for alignment and grading; verify load weights.
• Inspect equipment daily and report issues; follow supervisor instructions.

Conocimientos

Equipment operation

OSHA compliance

Survey reading

Load calculations

Team communication

Descripción del empleo

Position Description

Thompson Turner Construction was founded in 2001 as a provider of preconstruction and construction services and has extensive experience constructing high quality buildings using a variety of delivery methods including Construction Management at Risk, Design-Build, and Integrated Project Delivery.

A division of Thompson Construction Group Inc., Thompson Turner Construction’s core focus is South Carolina construction, serving both public and private sector clients in a variety of markets including healthcare, commercial, office space, K-12, higher education, industrial, and hospitality. With offices in Sumter, Columbia, Charleston, and Greenville, our team takes pride in the planning and building of facilities that are often located in the communities where our employees work and live.

No matter how small or large their project, whether new construction or addition/renovation, Thompson Turner Construction partners with our clients to act as a long-term fiduciary advisor, concentrating on the details of each job while also remaining focused on the big picture.

Position Description

Operate several types of power construction equipment to excavate, lift, move, and grade earth, fill materials, machines, products, or supplies, erect structural and reinforcing steel, and pour concrete or other hard surface paving materials, and do so in a safe and timely manner with the highest quality possible.

Job Responsibilities

There are several classes of Equipment Operator. The equipment and duties/responsibilities of each class of Equipment Operator are defined below:

Light Equipment Operator

• Operates several types of power construction equipment, such as:
• Backhoe
• Bobcat
• Compactor (towed)
• Elevator
• Farm Tractor
• Forklift (smooth surface, battery or propane powered, stand-up or sit-down)
• Hand Truck
• Scissor Lift
• Power Broom
• Water Wagon
• Duties and responsibilities include:
• Tow, drive, move and load or off-load material for construction purposes
• Operates several types of power construction equipment such as:
• Bulldozer (less than D-6)
• Forklift (rough terrain)
• Front-End Loader (rubber tire, less than 1 yard bucket)
• Duties and responsibilities include:
• Must be knowledgeable in OSHA regulations regarding excavation methods and practices, swing barricades, and backup alarms.
• Excavation equipment operators must have the ability to read survey stakes for alignment and grading.
• Drott operators must be able to verify load weights, understand standard hand signals, operate within the equipment manufacturer’s specified limits, and be able to read and interpret load charts.
• Operates several types of power construction equipment, such as:
• Batch plant
• Backhoe (Track)
• Bulldozer (D-6 and above)
• Drum Hoist (Exclusive of air electric tugger)
• Front-End Loader (Track and rubber tire; one-yard bucket and above)
• Motor Grader
• Scraper
• Duties and responsibilities include:
• Excavate, move, and grade earth for construction purposes.
• May direct workers engaged in placing blocks and outriggers on cranes.
• Must be knowledgeable in OSHA regulations regarding excavation methods and practices, swing barricades and back up alarms.
• Excavation equipment operators must have ability to read survey stakes for alignment and grading.

All Equipment Operators

• Duties and Responsibilities include:
• Move hand levers, adjust hand wheels and depress pedals to drive machines and control attachments such as trailers.
• May maintain equipment using grease gun and oil can and inspect tires and fluid levels.
• Fasten attachments; connect hydraulic hoses, belts and linkages.
• May maintain radio contact with supervisor.
• Inspect equipment on a daily basis to ensure safe operation before use.
• Responsible for observing and complying with all safety and project rules.
• Other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

Job Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in the field.
• May require a CDL, Class A or B.
• May require an annual physical examination.
• May be necessary to pass certification prior to operating some equipment.
• Truck operators may be required to have a valid state motor vehicle operator’s license.
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate clearly with supervisor/co-workers and understand direction from supervisor.
• Utilize basic math to calculate load weights and balance points.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, climb, bend, twist, stand, and reach repetitively, operate moving equipment, and work in hot/cold/damp/cramped environments.
• Candidate may be required to pass a drug test and criminal background check based on job location/requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Thompson Construction Group, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Thompson Construction Group, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

• We strive to provide a competitive compensation and benefits package. This includes but is not limited to medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), wellness programs and career development.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.