Lead Heavy Equipment Operator - Construction

Overland Contracting Inc.; Belmont (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Overland Contracting Inc is seeking an Operator Equipment - Foreman to lead and supervise the operation of power construction equipment on critical infrastructure projects. You will plan, coordinate, and motivate a crew of craft workers to complete work safely and efficiently.

The role demands strong leadership, extensive NCCER certifications, and a commitment to safety, quality, and schedule adherence across diverse sites.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working as a heavy equipment operator and strong knowledge of operating and rigging crafts.
• Commercial driver's license is required when equipment is operated on public roads.
• Must be at least 18 years old and pass pre-employment checks and onboarding.
• Demonstrated leadership to set safety, quality and productivity standards.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise operation of power construction equipment on projects.
• Plan, lead, and coordinate lead men and craft workers for safe, efficient work.
• Support safety processes, aim for zero injuries, and enforce pre-job safety planning.
• Ensure crews meet schedules, man-hour targets and quality requirements.
• Review accidents, conduct investigations, and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Safety leadership

Team communication

Problem solving

Education

NCCER Heavy Equipment Operations

NCCER Highway / Heavy Construction

NCCER Rigger

NCCER Site Layout

NCCER Fundamentals of Crew Leadership

NCCER Project Supervision

NCCER Project Management

Job description

Overland Contracting Inc is seeking an Operator Equipment - Foreman to lead and supervise the operation of power construction equipment on critical infrastructure projects. You will plan, coordinate, and motivate a crew of craft workers to complete work safely and efficiently.

The role demands strong leadership, extensive NCCER certifications, and a commitment to safety, quality, and schedule adherence across diverse sites.