Heavy Equipment Operator - 8

AVIATOR PAVING COMPANY CHARLOTTE LLC; Pineville (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

AVIATOR PAVING COMPANY CHARLOTTE LLC seeks an experienced heavy equipment operator for APC CLT – Pineville, NC. You will handle excavators, bulldozers, wheel loaders, skid steers, rollers, and trucks on active construction sites.

You will perform grading to project specs, trench and utility work, and material handling while adhering to safety policies and environmental requirements. CDL is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of heavy equipment operating experience in civil construction or roadway projects.
• Experience with site clearing, underground utility installation, grading, and paving preparation.
• Valid driver's license required; CDL preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment for site clearing, excavation, grading, utility installation, and paving prep.
• Safely operate machines including excavators, bulldozers, wheel loaders, and rollers.
• Perform rough and fine grading to meet project specs for paving and site development.
• Excavate trenches and install underground utilities per plans and specs.
• Load, move, and stockpile materials efficiently and read grade stakes and plans.
• Maintain equipment and perform daily inspections; report maintenance needs.

Skills

Reading grades/elevations

Overtime availability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Excavators

Bulldozers

Wheel Loaders

Skid Steers

Motor Rollers/Compactors

Street Sweepers

Dump Trucks

Other construction equipment

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: APC CLT - Pineville, NC 28134

Operate heavy equipment for site clearing, excavation, grading, utility installation, and paving preparation

Safely operate equipment including:

• Excavators
• Bulldozers (Dozers)
• Wheel Loaders
• Skid Steers (as needed)
• Motor Rollers/Compactors
• Street Sweepers
• Articulated or Standard Dump Trucks
• Other construction equipment as assigned

Perform rough grading and fine grading to meet project specifications for paving and site development

Excavate trenches and install underground utilities, including storm drainage, sanitary sewer, and water lines

Load, move, and stockpile materials efficiently

Read and interpret grade stakes, construction plans, and project specifications

Work around existing underground utilities while following safe excavation practices

Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip equipment inspections and report maintenance needs promptly

Maintain equipment cleanliness and perform routine preventive maintenance

Work safely around other equipment, laborers, and traffic within active construction sites

Assist ground crews when equipment operation is not required

Follow all OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and environmental requirements

Complete work efficiently while maintaining high standards of quality and accuracy

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Minimum of 3 years of heavy equipment operating experience in civil construction, site development, or roadway construction preferred
• Experience with site clearing, underground utility installation, grading, and paving preparation
• Ability to operate multiple types of heavy equipment safely and efficiently
• Valid driver's license required; CDL preferred but not required
• Knowledge of construction plans, grades, elevations, and utility layouts
• Ability to work overtime and occasional weekends as project schedules require