Laborer / Operator - Charlotte, NC

Messer Construction; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Messer Construction Co. in Charlotte, NC, is seeking reliable equipment operators to join our employee-owned team.

You will operate skid steers, mini excavators, loaders, and other material-handling equipment on commercial building projects, perform grading and material moves, and support field crews. Candidates should be physically fit, able to work outdoors in various weather, hold a valid driver’s license, and commit to safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating dirt and material handling equipment preferred.
• Ability to perform physical labor and work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Reliable transportation and dependable attendance.
• Must be safety-minded and willing to learn.
• Valid driver’s license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate skid steers, mini excavators, loaders, and material handling equipment.
• Perform grading, excavation, backfilling, and material handling.
• Assist with general labor and construction tasks as needed.
• Maintain equipment and perform basic daily inspections.
• Follow all safety procedures and job-site requirements.
• Work effectively as part of a team.

Skills

Dirt & material handling equipment

Physical stamina

Safety-minded

Teamwork

Tools

Skid steer

Mini excavator

Loader

Job description

Description

Messer Construction Co. is a construction manager and general contractor that provides leadership for complex commercial building projects. An employee-owned company, Messer builds better lives for its customers, communities, and employees, and delivers value through quality construction and client experiences. Founded in 1932, Messer's footprint has grown to eleven regional offices located across the Midwest and Southeast: Greenville, South Carolina; Charlotte and Raleigh, North Carolina; Columbus, Cincinnati, and Dayton Ohio; Louisville and Lexington Kentucky; Indianapolis, Indiana; and Knoxville & Nashville, Tennessee.

Responsibilities

• Operate skid steers, mini excavators, loaders, and Material handling equipment
• Perform grading, excavation, backfilling, and material handling
• Assist with general labor and construction tasks as needed
• Maintain equipment and perform basic daily inspections
• Follow all safety procedures and job-site requirements
• Work effectively as part of a team

Requirements

• Previous experience operating dirt and material handling equipment preferred
• Ability to perform physical labor and work outdoors in various weather conditions
• Reliable transportation and dependable attendance
• Must be safety-minded and willing to learn
• Valid driver's license preferred

Your decisions influence your career at every step: Make yours count with Messer Construction Co. In business since 1932 and employee-owned since 1990, Messer builds projects and careers that leave a lasting impact on our communities. We bring opportunities for collaboration and growth; you bring the determination. Let’s build something great together.

All Messer employees are required to comply with our Substance Abuse Prevention Policy as a condition of employment. Messer may condition offers of employment upon taking and passing of a post-offer/pre-employment drug screen.

Messer Construction Co. does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Candidates who need employer immigration sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered for this position.

Messer is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.