Equipment Operator - Raleigh, NC

The Beaver Excavating Co.; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive pay

Opportunities for training and skill development

Health benefits

401(k)

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Housing provided for out-of-town travelers

Per diem for travel more than 55 miles

Overtime compensation at above-industry standard rates

Job summary

A construction company in Raleigh, NC, is seeking an Equipment Operator to operate heavy machinery for various projects. Responsibilities include ensuring safety on-site, conducting equipment inspections, and controlling traffic. Ideal candidates should have construction experience and be able to work outdoors in various conditions. The position offers competitive pay and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass a drug screening.
• Maintain a safe working environment, working steadily to produce quality results.
• Ability to lift heavy materials/items.
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying conditions.
• Willing to work overtime and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy machinery for construction, demolition, and excavation projects.
• Conduct daily inspections of equipment for safety compliance.
• Control traffic near work zones.
• Safely control traffic near, in, or around work zones to protect workers and the public.
• Collaborate effectively within a team and also work independently.
• Other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Ability to identify and address unsafe conditions promptly

Dependability and punctuality

Ability to work outdoors

Ability to adapt to flexible work schedule

OT & weekend availability

Education

At least one year of construction experience

Job description

The Equipment Operator will operate heavy machinery for construction, demolition, and/or excavation projects. This position plays a crucial role in ensuring the safety and efficiency of our construction sites located in our Southeast Region, in/near Raleigh, North Carolina.

Main Job Tasks & Responsibilities

• Identify and promptly address construction hazards, adhering to all safe operating practices to ensure a secure work environment.
• Conduct daily inspections of equipment to ensure proper functionality and safety compliance.
• Proficiently operate a variety of heavy equipment, including but not limited to: dozers, excavators, rollers, loaders, CTLs, skid steer, scrapers, and haul trucks.
• Safely control traffic near, in, or around work zones to safeguard workers and the public.
• Collaborate effectively within a team while also demonstrating the ability to work independently.
• Other tasks as assigned.

Skills & Requirements

• Ability to identify and address unsafe conditions promptly.
• Must be able to pass a drug screening.
• Exhibit a high level of dependability, ensuring consistent attendance and punctuality.
• Maintain a safe working environment, working steadily to produce quality results.
• Ability to adapt to flexible work schedule, including overtime and weekend work as needed.
• Ability to work outdoors in various environmental conditions doing strenuous physical activity.

Education & Experience

• At least one year of construction experience preferred.

Benefits

• Highly competitive pay based on experience
• Opportunities for training and skill development
• Potential for career advancement within the company
• Health benefits
• 401(k)
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Housing provided for out-of-town travelers
• Per diem provided for locations more than 55 miles from home
• Overtime compensation paid at an above-industry standard rate

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel. The employee must be able to lift heavy materials/items. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The employee must have the ability to work comfortably and safely at heights on all types of structures and must wear the appropriate personal protective equipment provided by the company. The workplace is an outdoor construction project site with possible exposure to extreme weather conditions, dust, pollen, insects, and chemicals. The employee may be exposed to concrete dusty inclement weather conditions, extreme heat, noise, vibrations, and a variety of petroleum products.

Equal Opportunity

The Beaver Companies provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.