Residential Light Equipment Operator – Site Prep

Energy Jobline ZR; Maiden (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Sheffield Precision Building in Newton, NC is seeking a dependable Light Equipment Operator to support our residential construction projects. You will operate skid steers, mini excavators, and excavators, drive trucks and trailers, deliver materials, and assist with site development for new homes.

This hands-on role requires mechanical aptitude, the ability to perform routine maintenance on diesel equipment, a valid driver's license (CDL a plus), and the willingness to work outdoors in varying

Qualifications

• Experience operating skid steers and excavators is required.
• Experience driving trucks and pulling equipment trailers is required.
• Ability to safely load, transport and unload construction equipment.
• Mechanical aptitude and experience performing routine maintenance on diesel trucks/equipment.
• Knowledge of grading, excavation, septic installation, and site development is a plus.
• Valid driver's license required; CDL is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Operate skid steers, mini excavators, and excavators safely and efficiently.
• Drive trucks and pull trailers to transport equipment and materials between job sites.
• Deliver, place, move, and retrieve roll-off dumpsters as needed.
• Clear and prepare lots for new home construction.
• Perform grading and site preparation work.
• Dig footers and foundations.
• Install septic systems and related site utilities.
• Conduct daily equipment inspections and maintain a clean, safe work environment.
• Perform routine maintenance on trucks and equipment, including oil changes, brake service, greasing, and other preventative maintenance tasks.
• Assist with general construction and site work as needed.

Skills

Operate skid steers/excavators

Drive trucks trailers

Load transport unload equipment

Mechanical aptitude

Maintenance on diesel equipment

Outdoor work

Safety awareness

Job description

Sheffield Precision Building in Newton, NC is seeking a dependable Light Equipment Operator to support our residential construction projects. You will operate skid steers, mini excavators, and excavators, drive trucks and trailers, deliver materials, and assist with site development for new homes.

This hands-on role requires mechanical aptitude, the ability to perform routine maintenance on diesel equipment, a valid driver's license (CDL a plus), and the willingness to work outdoors in varying