Heavy Equipment Operator - Columbia, SC

Blythe Development Co; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Program

Paid Time Off

401k + matching

Medical, dental, vision, life, disabil

Job summary

Blythe Development Co, a Charlotte-based general contractor, is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to perform safe, efficient earthmoving and site work on projects across NC, SC, and VA. You will operate loaders, excavators, bulldozers, and related equipment, perform daily maintenance, and work with foremen to meet schedules.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years' experience, ability to lift 50+ lbs, and a solid safety mindset. We offer strong benefits and an employee-owned environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate heavy equipment safely and effectively on jobsites.
• Daily maintenance and safety checks of equipment.
• Ability to work as part of a crew and follow foremen's instructions.

Responsibilities

• Enter/exit heavy machinery with three points of contact.
• Operate equipment such as loaders, trackhoes, bulldozers, rollers, and excavators.
• Maintain equipment in proper and safe operating condition.
• Follow traffic control instructions and company safety policies.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Maintenance

Job description

Blythe Development, headquartered in Charlotte, NC, is a licensed general contractor specializing in site work, road construction and golf course construction in North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia. We are now 100% Employee Owned! The company, founded by twin brothers and Charlotte natives Jack and Frank Blythe in 1989, performs clearing, grading, storm drainage, sanitary sewer, waterline, curb and gutter, sidewalk, concrete paving, retaining walls, culverts, bridges, stone base and asphalt paving. Blythe Brothers Asphalt Company provides the asphalt services for Blythe Development Co. Blythe Development employs over 900 employees. This large, experienced workforce enables Blythe Development to self-perform 80% of site groundwork, which gives them greater control than competitors who must subcontract the bulk of the job.

General Description

The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for operating equipment in a safe and effective manner on jobsites. Heavy equipment may include, but is not limited to: front-end loaders, trackhoe, bulldozer, GPS dozer, roller, off-road truck, mini-excavator, excavator, skidsteer. Other duties may be assigned based on specific job needs.

Key Duties

• Ability to enter and exit heavy machinery while maintaining three points of contact, awareness of surroundings, and multi-limb coordination
• Knowledge and appreciation of heavy equipment safety and operation
• Daily maintenance of equipment to remain in proper and safe operation
• Ability to work as part of a team and follow Foremen's instructions to ensure schedules are met
• Flexibility with schedule changes, location changes, time of shift changes
• Ability to follow traffic control instructions
• Properly follow all Company policies and procedures for safe working conditions

Requirements

• Ability to lift, push, pull, and/or carry 50+ lbs
• Preferred: 2+ years' experience as a heavy equipment operator

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Program
• Paid Time Off
• 401k + matching
• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, supplemental insurance programs

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Drug-Free Workplace