Heavy Equipment Operator - EO0926

Sanders Brothers Construction Co. Inc.; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Vacation pay

Holiday pay

401K

Profit sharing

Bonuses

Job summary

Sanders Brothers Construction Co. Inc. in Charleston, SC, is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to support grading projects in the tri-county area.

The role involves operating dozers, excavators, and graders, and ensuring work meets required grades and specifications while maintaining safety and productivity. The ideal candidate has 1–2 years of hands-on heavy equipment experience, a valid driver's license, and the ability to work in varied weather conditions.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of heavy earth moving equipment operation experience.
• Experience operating two or more pieces of earth moving equipment (dozer, grader, etc).
• High school diploma/GED preferred.
• Must pass a negative drug test prior to hire and maintain throughout term of employment.
• Background checks required by SBCC.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and stand for long periods.
• Flexible availability including overtime and possible weekends.
• Work in varying weather conditions including rain and extreme temperatures.
• Must pass required safety training.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy earth moving equipment to prepare undeveloped job sites and meet grades.
• Construct/grade roads, building pads, and water retention ponds to slope specifications.
• Operate equipment efficiently to meet production goals.
• Perform routine maintenance checks and report usage hours daily.
• Assist with shovel work and general site housekeeping as needed.
• Work in the tri-county area and adapt to weather conditions.
• Maintain site safety and compliance with SBCC policies.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Grading/earthwork

GPS programming

Safety training compliance

Flexible overtime

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

GPS devices

Driver's license

Job description

Heavy Equipment Operator - EO0926

Sanders Brothers Construction is currently seeking Heavy Equipment Operators to support their Charleston area grading projects. Sanders Brothers has successfully supported customers throughout the state for more than 50 years. The Heavy Equipment Operator will be critical to our continued support of our customers in the Charleston area.

Roles and Responsibilities:

The Heavy Equipment Operator will be responsible for operating heavy earth moving equipment in support of company grading and site operations.

• Operates one or more types of heavy equipment such as dozer, trackhoe/excavator, or motor grader to prepare undeveloped job sites to meet job required grades.


• Construct/grade new roads, building pads and water retention ponds to proper slope and grade specifications.


• Operate equipment efficiently to maintain production goals.


• General housekeeping and maintenance checks of equipment including reporting usage/utilization hours on a daily basis or as directed by supervisor.


• The use of a shovel to move material will be necessary.


• Ability to work in the tri-county area.


• Working in varying weather conditions.


• Keep company work site clean and orderly, informing management of any safety concerns.


• Comply with all SBCC policies, procedures and safety requirements.


• Perform any other general duties as specified.

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

• 1-2 Years of heavy earth moving equipment operation experience.


• Experience operating two or more pieces of earth moving equipment (dozer, grader, etc...).


• High school diploma/GED preferred.


• Must obtain a negative drug test result prior to hire and maintain throughout term of employment.


• Must meet SBCC's employment standards with regards to background checks.


• Have the ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 40 pounds.


• Must have the ability to stand for long periods of time.


• Flexible availability to include overtime and possible weekends.


• Work environments will vary making it necessary to tolerate weather conditions, such as rain and extreme temperatures. Employees may be exposed to dust, dirt, varying temperatures, loud noises, etc.


• Must meet SBCC's standards with regards to the ability to pass required safety training.

Preferred Skills/Experience:

• Experience operating equipment during site development.


• Proficient and building retention ponds to required slopes.


• Capable of programming GPS installed devices.


• Experience fine grading with various types of equipment


• Valid Driver's license

Benefits:

Sanders Brothers Construction provides employees with outstanding benefits which include: Medical, Vision, Dental, Vacation & Holiday Pay, 401K, and potential financial incentives through Profit Sharing and Bonuses.