Scraper Operator

HEI Civil; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

HEI Civil seeks an experienced Scraper Operator for our Charlotte, NC operations. Join a team focused on safety, quality, and productivity, and contribute to a variety of projects from roadways to water infrastructure.

You will operate a scraper and other heavy equipment, perform daily inspections, and support crew planning and field operations in an outdoor, physically demanding setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Two or more years of experience operating scrapers or other heavy construction equipment preferred.
• Experience working on heavy civil, roadway, earthwork, or site development projects is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate a scraper to support a variety of heavy civil construction projects.
• Operate additional equipment as needed, including loaders, excavators, dozers, motor graders, compactors, water trucks, skid steers, backhoes, mechanized brooms, and other construction equipment.
• Work closely with crew members to complete daily project activities and follow site direction.
• Complete daily equipment inspections and accurately document findings.
• Keep assigned equipment clean and in good operating condition.
• Perform routine equipment checks and communicate maintenance or repair needs to the appropriate supervisor.
• Participate in daily crew meetings and project planning activities.
• Operate equipment in accordance with company procedures, project requirements, and applicable regulations.
• Communicate equipment concerns, operational issues, or job site observations to the supervisor.
• Assist with additional duties as needed to support project operations.
• When equipment operation is not required, assist the crew with general labor activities.

Skills

Equipment controls

Hand-eye coordination

Heavy civil construction

Outdoor work

Physically demanding

Team player

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

HEI has been an unrivaled contracting leader for over 50 years, operating in Arizona, the Carolinas, Colorado, and Texas. As a top heavy civil construction company, we transform landscapes across these regions and want you to join our team. With a relentless focus on safety, people, quality, and production, we tackle diverse projects that range from roadways and bridges to water infrastructure and environmental restoration. Our team is comprised of highly skilled individuals ready to put their best boot forward and dig into the exciting world of HEI Civil.

We are seeking an experienced Scraper Operator to join our team in Charlotte, NC.

Responsibilities

• Operate a scraper to support a variety of heavy civil construction projects.
• Operate additional equipment as needed, including loaders, excavators, dozers, motor graders, compactors, water trucks, skid steers, backhoes, mechanized brooms, and other construction equipment.
• Work closely with crew members to complete daily project activities and follow site direction.
• Complete daily equipment inspections and accurately document findings.
• Keep assigned equipment clean and in good operating condition.
• Perform routine equipment checks and communicate maintenance or repair needs to the appropriate supervisor.
• Participate in daily crew meetings and project planning activities.
• Operate equipment in accordance with company procedures, project requirements, and applicable regulations.
• Communicate equipment concerns, operational issues, or job site observations to the supervisor.
• Assist with additional duties as needed to support project operations.
• When equipment operation is not required, assist the crew with general labor activities.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Familiarity with electronic equipment controls and operating systems.
• Strong hand-eye coordination and equipment operating skills.
• Working knowledge of heavy civil construction methods and job site operations.
• Ability to work outdoors in a variety of weather and environmental conditions.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting materials and working on uneven terrain.
• Dependable, self-motivated, and able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Two or more years of experience operating scrapers or other heavy construction equipment preferred.
• Experience working on heavy civil, roadway, earthwork, or site development projects is a plus.