Experienced Heavy Equipment Operator Loading Dump Trucks

O.L. Thompson Construction Co., Inc.; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company based in Charleston, SC, is seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator. The role involves operating various heavy equipment, specifically excavators, in dirt pit operations. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in equipment operation, safety compliance, and the ability to work across tri-county job sites.

Benefits

Full Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance)

Bonus Incentives

Paid holidays

Qualifications

• More than 2+ years of equipment operation experience.
• Must have valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy earth moving equipment such as dozers and excavators.
• Perform daily maintenance checks on equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness of work site.

Skills

Excavator experience

Heavy Equipment Operation

Safety Compliance

Education

MSHA training

Job description

Experienced Heavy Equipment Operator Loading Dump Trucks

Experienced Heavy Equipment Operator Loading Dump Trucks

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• Full Benefits (Medical, Dental, and Vision and Life Insurance)
• Bonus Incentives!
• Paid holidays
  
  

Job Description

WHY US:

• Family Owned since 1948
• Competitive pay (Apply to inquire)
• Full Benefits (Medical, Dental, and Vision and Life Insurance)
• Bonus Incentives!
• Paid holidays
  
  

Position Description

Heavy Equipment Operator

O.L. Thompson Construction Co., Inc. is currently seeking experienced Heavy Equipment Operators specially with excavator experience loading dump trucks to support their Charleston area Dirt Pits. Administrative offices located in N Charleston and job sites are located in the tri-county areas. You will be able to work at any available dirt pits in the tri-county area and have your own reliable transportation.

About Us:

For over 65 years, O.L. Thompson Construction Co., Inc. has served as one of the tri-county area’s premier site-work construction firms. Our main emphasis is in the area of site development, material handling, and transportation; our current scope of work includes demolition, clearing, grubbing, excavation, storm drainage, sanitary sewer, potable water, concrete, curbing, asphalt paving, and material recycling & processing. We have the capabilities to perform a turnkey operation in the area of site development.

Roles And Responsibilities

• Seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator that will be responsible for operating heavy earth moving equipment in support of dirt pit operations.
• Operate one or more types of heavy equipment such as a dozer, track hoe/excavator, or motor grader to prepare undeveloped job sites to meet job required grades. Excavator experience strongly preferred
• Previously mine or pit experience preferred
• previous experience loading dump trucks is preferred
• Operate equipment efficiently to maintain production goals.
• General housekeeping and maintenance checks of equipment including reporting usage/utilization hours on a daily basis or as directed by supervisor.
• The use of a shovel to move material will be necessary at times.
• Ability to work in the tri-county area and commute to the jobsites
• Have reliable transportation and be punctual and consistent with your work and attendance.
• Keep company work site clean and orderly and inform management of any safety concerns.
• Comply with all company policies, procedures and safety requirements.
• Perform daily safety inspections of your equipment.
• Perform any other general duties as directed.
  
  

Qualifications And Education Requirements

• More than 2+ year of equipment operation experience.
• MSHA training will be required and certification is preferred
• Experience operating one or more pieces of earth moving equipment (dozer, grader, etc…).
• Must obtain a negative drug test result prior to hire and maintain throughout term of employment.
• Must meet company employment standards, including backgrounds checks if required for job sites.
• Have the ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 90 pounds.
• Must have the ability to stand, sit, climb repeatedly and for long periods of time.
• Flexible availability to include overtime and possible weekends required.
• Work environments will vary making it necessary to tolerate weather conditions such as rain and extreme temperatures. Employees may be exposed to dust, dirt, loud noises, etc.
• 18 years of age minimum.
  
  

Preferred Skills/Experience

• Prefer 2+ years' experience operating multiple types of heavy equipment during site development.
• Proficient at building retention ponds to required slopes.
• Capable of programming GPS installed devices.
• Experience fine grading with various types of equipment.
• Valid driver’s license.
  
  

Benefits:

Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, EAP, Vision, 401K with company match and Profit Sharing, Vacation and Holiday

O.L. Thompson Construction Co., Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Company Description

O.L. Thompson Construction Co., Inc. is a sitework construction company based in Charleston, SC. Serving the tri-county area since 1948, we have the capabilities to perform a turnkey operation in the area of site development.

Our work involves private, public, government, and commercial development projects. Previous project costs range from a few thousand dollars to in excess of 60 million dollars. We are a South Carolina Unlimited, Highway, General Contractor.

O.L. Thompson Construction Co., Inc. is a sitework construction company based in Charleston, SC. Serving the tri-county area since 1948, we have the capabilities to perform a turnkey operation in the area of site development. Our work involves private, public, government, and commercial development projects. Previous project costs range from a few thousand dollars to in excess of 60 million dollars. We are a South Carolina Unlimited, Highway, General Contractor.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Construction

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