Grading - Excavator Operator

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

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Paid Premiums for Medical Insurance

Health Reimbursement Account

Paid Life Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

401(k) Retirement Plan with Matching Contributions

Job summary

A reputable construction company in Mount Airy, North Carolina, is looking for an Excavator/Heavy Equipment Operator. This role involves mass excavation and grading in an off-road environment. Candidates should have 3 to 5 years of experience, a valid driver's license, and a strong commitment to safety. The position requires the ability to perform daily inspections of equipment and operate heavy machinery safely. The company offers a variety of benefits, including paid life insurance and a 401(k) retirement plan.

Qualifications

• 3 – 5 years’ experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license preferred.
• Must be able to pass a drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-shift and post-shift daily inspections of equipment.
• Operate construction equipment to excavate and grade surfaces.
• Perform minor repairs and maintain equipment as needed.

Skills

Safety oriented

Ability to communicate effectively

Work ethic

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Position Overview

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

Benefits

• Employee Paid Premiums for Medical Insurance
• Health Reimbursement Account
• Paid Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Matching Contributions

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/or Experience

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

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• 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.

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