Site Construction Heavy Equipment Operator (GPS)

O.L. Thompson Construction Co Inc., Thompson Trucking Co., Inc.; Thompson Equipment Maintenance Inc.; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

EAP

Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Profit Sharing

Vacation and Holidays

Safety Bonus Awards

Job summary

O.L. Thompson Construction Co., Inc. is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator for site construction in the Charleston metro area. The role involves operating rollers, excavators, dozers, and loaders in varied weather, with GPS experience encouraged. Only experienced operators need apply.

Requirements include 2+ years of relevant experience, a valid driver’s license with a clean background, and the ability to pass a pre-employment drug test. MSHA training may be provided as needed.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of heavy equipment operation preferred.
• Experience on rollers, excavators, dozers, loaders; GPS preferred.
• Driver's license and clean background are required.
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions; overtime may be required.
• Must pass pre-employment drug test; MSHA training may be provided.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment such as rollers, excavators, dozers, and loaders.
• Load dump trucks safely and efficiently using excavators.
• Inspect equipment daily and maintain safety protocols.
• Follow verbal and written instructions and site procedures.
• Work in the tri-county region with occasional evenings and weekends.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

GPS experience

English proficiency

Tools

GPS guidance systems

Job description

O.L. Thompson Construction Co., Inc. is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator for site construction in the Charleston metro area. The role involves operating rollers, excavators, dozers, and loaders in varied weather, with GPS experience encouraged. Only experienced operators need apply.

Requirements include 2+ years of relevant experience, a valid driver’s license with a clean background, and the ability to pass a pre-employment drug test. MSHA training may be provided as needed.