Travel-Ready Heavy Equipment Operator — Power Grid

Pike Corporation; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Burford’s Construction seeks a Heavy Equipment Operator to assist in clearing and maintaining our power grid projects across multiple sites. The role involves operating bulldozers, excavators, and skid steers safely while performing demanding outdoor work.

The position requires 3+ years of equipment experience, ability to travel, read and communicate in English, and a willingness to lift over 50 lbs. Bilingual skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• 3+ years operating heavy equipment such as bulldozers, excavators, skid steers.
• Read and communicate effectively in English.
• Willing to travel long distances on short notice.
• Lift in excess of 50 lbs and work outdoors in varying conditions.
• High school diploma or equivalent. Bilingual (Spanish/English) a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work safely while performing civil, matting, or forestry related clearance work.
• Maintain company vehicles, equipment, and tools in good working order.
• Able to perform rigorous physical labor and operate heavy equipment.
• Follow proper PPE usage and flag/tag procedures.
• Travel to different sites as required and respond to storm restoration efforts.

Skills

English proficiency

Leadership

Team orientation

Safety compliance

Punctuality

Bilingual

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Bulldozers

Excavators

Skid steers

Job description

Burford’s Construction seeks a Heavy Equipment Operator to assist in clearing and maintaining our power grid projects across multiple sites. The role involves operating bulldozers, excavators, and skid steers safely while performing demanding outdoor work.

The position requires 3+ years of equipment experience, ability to travel, read and communicate in English, and a willingness to lift over 50 lbs. Bilingual skills are a plus.