Grading - Excavator Operator

Smith-Rowe, LLC; Lexington (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Smith-Rowe, LLC located in Lexington, North Carolina is seeking a qualified Excavator/Heavy Equipment Operator for the Grading Department. This position emphasizes safety, requiring candidates to conduct equipment inspections and operate construction equipment effectively.

The ideal candidate should have 3-5 years of experience and a valid driver's license, demonstrating a strong work ethic and ability to follow safety protocols. The role includes both equipment operation and general labor tasks, with work performed primarily outdoors.

Qualifications

• 3 – 5 years’ experience preferred.
• High school diploma/GED, preferred.
• Valid driver’s license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-shift and post-shift daily inspections of equipment for safety and mechanical defects.
• Operate/drive construction type equipment to excavate, move, and grade earth and surfaces safely.
• May perform minor repairs and maintain equipment as needed.

Job description

Overview

Operating since 1983, the Smith-Rowe Team has grown and developed into a formidable construction company. Our organization employs teams with capabilities in structures, grading, utilities, storm drain, retaining walls, sound walls, signage, demolition, crushing, logging, clearing and grubbing and marine construction.

Position Overview: This position requires relocation or a local candidate. The company does not offer relocation benefits. The position of an Excavator/Heavy Equipment Operator in the Grading Department moves mass excavation in an off-road environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-shift and post-shift daily inspections of equipment for safety and mechanical defects.
• Operate/drive construction type equipment to excavate, move, and grade earth, concrete, asphalt, or other hard surface pavement on road beds and dirt/earth surfaces in a safe manner
• May perform minor repairs and maintain equipment as needed
• General labor as needed

Education and Experience

• 3 – 5 years’ experience preferred
• High school diploma/GED, preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Valid driver’s license preferred
• Must be safety oriented
• Ability to understand and follow oral instructions, communicate tactfully and effectively with supervisors, co-workers and the public
• Able to learn and comply with all safety policies and procedures and OSHA regulations
• Able to learn and comply with all company policies and procedures
• Ability to travel and to work overtime when required
• Must be able to pass a drug screen
• Must have a strong work ethic
• Must be 18 years of age

Physical Demands

• Able to push and pull with hands, arms, and feet repetitively
• Must have good visual and auditory physical capabilities in order to manage sights and sounds in a hazardous construction environment
• Able to be alert and cognitive of multiple concurrent activities of the construction site, including awareness of other employees, subcontractors, machinery, equipment, and moving traffic when applicable
• Coordination between hand, eyes, feet to guide equipment and objects is required
• Must be able to mount and dismount off of vehicles and equipment
• Must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment
• Must be able to walk on uneven terrain
• Able to lift up to 70 pounds

Environmental Working Conditions

• All work is performed outside in heat, cold, and inclement weather.
• Exposure to all elements of nature
• Exposure to all types of terrain

Note

NOTE: This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions expected of an employee. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of an employee. An employee may be asked to perform other duties as required.

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