Heavy Equipment Operator

Moorheadbros; South Boston (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Vacation

401K

Paid Training

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Job summary

A site development company is seeking an Equipment Operator to operate heavy machinery, follow safety regulations, and complete various tasks on site. Ideal candidates must have experience in heavy equipment operation, a valid driver's license, and the ability to travel for work. This full-time position offers benefits such as paid vacation, health insurance, and opportunities for overtime.

Qualifications

• Prior heavy equipment operation is necessary.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Must be able to travel for work throughout the Southeast.
• Any safety certifications / accreditations a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment like excavators and bulldozers.
• Avoid hazards and obstructions on the job site.
• Read job plans to understand the tasks.
• Complete daily equipment checklists.
• Read job plans to ensure thorough knowledge of the task at hand.
• Check equipment fluids and fuel daily to keep machines ready for operation.
• Learn and follow safety regulations and participate in required safety training.
• Work with a crew including other operators, foreman, and job superintendent.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Job description

Overview

Moorhead Brothers, Inc. (MBI) is a clearing and site development company headquartered in Blacksburg, South Carolina. Our experience spans generations; from our beginning as a family business in 1977 to the creation of Moorhead Brothers, Inc. in 2008. We pledge to provide our customers with quality, safety, and cost-effective project performance.

Equipment Operator

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment, including excavators, bulldozers, and the like to complete a myriad of job tasks.
• Take actions to avoid potential hazards or obstructions, such as utility lines, other equipment, other workers, or falling objects.
• Come to job site with appropriate clothing, work boots, and with your PPE given to you the date you were hired.
• Be cognizant of underground services, such as pipes or wires prior to beginning work, and be cautious of their locations throughout the work day.
• Read job plans to ensure a thorough knowledge of the job at hand.
• Complete a “Daily Equipment Checklist” form before beginning work.
• Checking all equipment fluids prior to starting the work day.
• Check fuel supplies of all equipment at job site on a daily basis - prior to beginning work, and before completing work, to ensure that equipment is ready to operate at any time.
• Learn and follow safety regulations.
• Participate in safety training as required.
• Work well with a crew of several other operators, a crew foreman, and a job superintendent.

Qualifications

• Prior heavy equipment operation is necessary.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Must be able to travel for work throughout the Southeast.
• Any safety certifications / accreditations a plus.

Benefits

Compensation is dependent upon experience, certifications, and qualifications. This is a full time position which allows for overtime opportunities. Benefits start after 90 days from the hire date.

• Paid Vacation, Sick/Personal time, and Holidays
• 401K
• Paid Training
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.