Heavy Equipment Operator — Grading & Site Development

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

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.