Heavy Equipment Operator — Grading & GPS Specialist

seqserv; Boiling Spring Lakes (NC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Sequoia Services in North Carolina is seeking a full-time equipment operator to operate excavators and bulldozers on construction sites, loading trucks and grading according to plan.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in construction, safety mindset, willingness to obtain required certifications, and the ability to work outdoors in varying conditions. Experience with GPS systems and equipment maintenance is valued.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of construction experience.
• Demonstrates strong job knowledge across site operations.
• Willing to obtain required certifications.
• Fit for duty and able to work outdoors in varying conditions.

Responsibilities

• Operate CAT bulldozers (D5–D8) and CAT excavators (320–349) safely.
• Experience with GPS systems such as Trimble and TopCon is a plus.
• Load on-road and off-road trucks with excavators.
• Control bulldozer blade height/angle and ripper to grade soil.
• Assess depth of cut by feel and listening to equipment sounds.
• Grade terrain following grade stakes, signals, or GPS.
• Maintain a safe work environment and comply with regulations.
• Troubleshoot breakdowns and call for repairs to keep equipment running.
• Participate in training to update knowledge.
• Avoid hazards such as utilities, other equipment, or workers.
• Inspect equipment and perform preventive maintenance checks.
• Study instructions/diagrams to prepare work.
• Coordinate machine actions with crew signals and complete related tasks.
• Support operations to meet project goals.

Skills

Construction experience

Job knowledge

Certifications readiness

Fit for duty

Job description

Sequoia Services in North Carolina is seeking a full-time equipment operator to operate excavators and bulldozers on construction sites, loading trucks and grading according to plan.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in construction, safety mindset, willingness to obtain required certifications, and the ability to work outdoors in varying conditions. Experience with GPS systems and equipment maintenance is valued.