Equipment Operator II: Skilled Heavy Machinery Pro

Beaufort County; Beaufort (SC); On-site; USD 41,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Job summary

Beaufort County in South Carolina seeks a skilled equipment operator to perform complex work operating medium to heavy equipment in construction, hauling, maintenance, and trash collection. You will complete reports, conduct preventive maintenance, and support safety protocols across county sites.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and 1–2 years of related equipment experience. OSHA, flagger, defensive driving, CPR/First Aid, and a valid CDL are preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires High School graduation or GED.
• 1–2 years of operating heavy equipment or related experience.
• OSHA training, Flagger certification, Defensive driving, CPR/First Aid, and CDL are required.

Responsibilities

• Operates a variety of medium to heavy equipment for construction, hauling, maintenance and trash collection.
• Performs routine inspections, servicing and minor repairs on equipment.
• Completes daily reports on equipment usage and service requests.
• Maintains safety standards and adheres to county policies.
• Assists during emergencies such as floods, hurricanes, or hazardous material spills.

Skills

OSHA Training

Flagger Certification

Defensive Driving

CPR/First Aid

Commercial Driver’s License

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Beaufort County in South Carolina seeks a skilled equipment operator to perform complex work operating medium to heavy equipment in construction, hauling, maintenance, and trash collection. You will complete reports, conduct preventive maintenance, and support safety protocols across county sites.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and 1–2 years of related equipment experience. OSHA, flagger, defensive driving, CPR/First Aid, and a valid CDL are preferred.