Heavy Equipment Operator

Moorheadbros; South Carolina; On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Vacation

Sick/Personal time

Holidays

401K

Paid Training

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Job summary

A site development company in South Carolina is seeking an experienced Equipment Operator. The role involves operating heavy machinery such as excavators and bulldozers, ensuring safety regulations are followed, and maintaining equipment. Candidates must have prior experience and a valid driver's license, with travel required throughout the Southeast. Benefits include paid vacation and health insurance, starting after 90 days of employment.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment, including excavators and bulldozers.
• Take actions to avoid potential hazards or obstructions.
• Participate in safety training as required.

Skills

Excavator

Backhoe

Job description

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

Must Have Experience Operating:

• Excavator
• Backhoe

JOB DUTIES:

• 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.

EXPERIENCE:

• 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 / MISCELLANEOUS:

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.