Lead Equipment Operator & Mentor for Grading & Safety

Wayne Brothers, Inc.; Davidson (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne Brothers, Inc. seeks an experienced equipment operator/grader to work outdoors on site projects in Davidson, NC. You will operate heavy equipment safely, mentor apprentices, and assist with daily goals and quality standards.

Responsibilities include logging daily inspections, communicating with supervision, and leading crews to meet project milestones while prioritizing safety and efficiency. OSHA 10 compliance is required; travel and longer hours may occur.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Vocational training in grading/site development preferred.
• Experience reading civil plans.
• OSHA 10-Hour certification required.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate equipment and maintain daily inspection logs and PM checks.
• Communicate issues to project supervision to avoid downtime.
• Lead crews to ensure quality and production targets.
• Understand soil/compaction requirements and field conditions and report to supervision.
• Maintain a safe, incident-free work environment for all personnel on site.

Skills

Read civil plans

Lead crews

Machine control systems

Soil conditions knowledge

Measuring & calculating

Problem-solving

Safety leadership

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Vocational grading/site development training

Tools

Motorgrader

Machine controls

Job description

Wayne Brothers, Inc. seeks an experienced equipment operator/grader to work outdoors on site projects in Davidson, NC. You will operate heavy equipment safely, mentor apprentices, and assist with daily goals and quality standards.

Responsibilities include logging daily inspections, communicating with supervision, and leading crews to meet project milestones while prioritizing safety and efficiency. OSHA 10 compliance is required; travel and longer hours may occur.