Equipment Operator

DPR•Charlotte, NC

5d•Onsite

About The Position

DPR Construction is looking for an Equipment Operator with at least 3 years of experience, to join their team in Charlotte, NC. The ideal candidate is experienced running a skid steer, trackhoe, and other type of construction equipment; safety-focused, and enjoys working outdoors on construction sites. DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world. Working at DPR, employees have the chance to try new things, explore unique paths and shape their future, building opportunity together by harnessing talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. DPR Construction is recognized as a great place to work by its talented teammates and leading news organizations.

Requirements

3+ years of experience operating an excavator and general construction equipment.
Experience working around or supporting concrete foundation activities (excavation, footing/grade prep, backfill, compaction).
Strong understanding of jobsite safety, including working around crews, trucks, and active pours/setting areas.
Experience operating Trackhoes and Skid Steers.
Prior commercial construction experience.

Nice To Haves

OSHA 10 certification.
Reading and understanding of blueprints and site plans, including foundation layouts, elevations, and basic grade requirements is a plus.

Responsibilities

Operate equipment (ex. skid steer, loader, compactors, small trenching/etc.) to support Concrete Foundation and site work activities.
Perform excavation for foundations, trenching, footing prep, backfill, and rough grading to meet plan requirements.
Load, move, and place materials safely and efficiently (ex. aggregate, spoils, forms/material bundles, tools and supplies).
Perform daily equipment inspections, basic maintenance checks, and follow all safety guidelines.
Willingness and ability to perform hands-on labor outside of equipment operation to support carpentry/foundation crews.
Step out of the equipment as needed to assist the crew, including supporting carpenters and foundation crews with general labor tasks (ex. site prep, layout support, material handling, cleanup, formwork support).
Help maintain quality and schedule by working efficiently and accurately.
Collaborate with subcontractors and other trades to ensure safe, smooth site operations.
Work independently or as directed by the Foreman to meet project goals and production.