Roads & Drainage Heavy Equipment Operator II

Horry County Government; Conway (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Horry County Government seeks a Heavy Equipment Operator II to support road and drainage projects. The role involves operating backhoes, graders, rollers, and related machinery, performing routine maintenance, and following safety regulations.

You will work under the Road Maintenance Supervisor III and collaborate with crew members in various weather and terrain conditions. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and 1–3 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3 years of experience in heavy equipment operation or related field.

Responsibilities

• Operates heavy machinery to perform road construction and maintenance tasks, including gathering and transporting materials.
• Transports equipment to job sites and supports on-site operations.
• Performs routine preventative maintenance inspections on department vehicles and equipment.
• Receives work orders and completes jobs in a timely manner as directed by the supervisor.
• Performs related duties as required (e.g., laying blocks, landscaping, seeding shoulders).

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Team communication

Weather adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Backhoe

Excavator

Crane

Motor grader

Roller

Front end loader

Job description

Horry County Government seeks a Heavy Equipment Operator II to support road and drainage projects. The role involves operating backhoes, graders, rollers, and related machinery, performing routine maintenance, and following safety regulations.

You will work under the Road Maintenance Supervisor III and collaborate with crew members in various weather and terrain conditions. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and 1–3 years of relevant experience.