Lead Heavy Equipment Operator – Finish Grade Expert

Sunrock; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

2 weeks PTO increasing to 4

Sign-on bonus up to $1000

Referral program

Full benefits package

401(k) with company match

Safety Incentive Program

Training programs

Modern equipment

Job summary

Sunrock is seeking an expert Heavy Equipment Operator to join our grading and utility operations team in North Carolina. The role requires precise finish grade work, interpretation of grade stakes and GPS grade control, and the ability to manage complex site work with minimal supervision.

Applicants should have 5+ years OR 10,000+ hours of heavy equipment experience, a valid NC driver’s license, and a strong track record in safety and quality.

Qualifications

• 5+ years OR 10000+ hours of heavy equipment operation in grading or utility construction.
• Proven ability to perform finish grade and fine grade work accurately.
• Strong understanding of elevations, slopes, blueprints and grade control.
• Ability to operate multiple types of equipment at a high skill level.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Valid North Carolina Driver’s License required
• Advanced machine control and precision work
• Strong decision-making and situational awareness
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to mentor and guide other operators or laborers
• Strong communication and leadership presence
• High-level understanding of project sequencing and production expectations

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment at an expert level for grading and utilities.
• Perform finish and fine grade work for civil projects.
• Interpret grade stakes, GPS grade control, and slope tolerances.
• Execute trenching, backfilling and pipe installation.
• Lead by example in production, quality, and safety.
• Perform advanced equipment checks, troubleshooting and basic repairs.
• Mentor less experienced operators and assist foremen on-site.

Skills

5+ years experience

10000+ hours

Finish grade

Elevations & slopes

Multiple equipment types

NC Driver's License

Leadership presence

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

GPS grade control

Machine control systems

Job description

Sunrock is seeking an expert Heavy Equipment Operator to join our grading and utility operations team in North Carolina. The role requires precise finish grade work, interpretation of grade stakes and GPS grade control, and the ability to manage complex site work with minimal supervision.

Applicants should have 5+ years OR 10,000+ hours of heavy equipment experience, a valid NC driver’s license, and a strong track record in safety and quality.