Entry Level Grading Operator

CK Contractors & Development•Kings Mountain, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

CK Contractors and Development is hiring Equipment Operators. This position is responsible for operating and maintaining various heavy equipment such as bulldozers, excavators, rollers, backhoes, and off-road trucks for the purpose of site grading. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Beginning operator for various heavy equipment such as bulldozers, skid steers, excavators, rollers, backhoes, off road trucks, motor graders, etc. May perform fine or rough grading. Read plans on site and check grade according to site plan. Coordinate machine actions with other activities, positioning or moving loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members. Take action to avoid potential hazards or obstructions, such as utility lines, other equipment, other workers, or falling objects. Check fuel supplies at sites to ensure adequate availability. Monitor operations to ensure that health and safety standards are met. Responsible for pre and post checks of equipment, daily maintenance and keeping the equipment clean and ready for daily operation. Keep records or material or equipment usage or problems encountered. Must have the initiative, ability, and willingness to perform and assist with other job positions for job completion as requested. Maintain attendance at work, including presence at work during regular work hours or other schedules as may be assigned. Acceptance of overtime assignments will also be required based on operational needs.

Requirements

3-6 months of site grading experience or outdoor work experience.
Demonstrated ability to operate various grading equipment.
Excellent safety awareness.
Willingness to comply with company policies and safety standards.
Ability to work with others to achieve company results.
Ability to think critically to analyze information and make sound decisions.
Effective communication with other operators, truck drivers, and general laborers (verbally and nonverbally).
Ability to listen to the ideas of others.
Reliable transportation to be at work when scheduled.
Ability to travel.
Periodic evenings, nights, weekends, and overtime hours are expected.
Ability to adapt and adjust to changing situations and priorities with a positive attitude.
Must always wear proper attire including safety vests, safety glasses when appropriate, long pants, hard sole/close-toed shoes.
Reflect a clean and presentable image.
Continuous mental and visual attention is necessary to safely and effectively complete work tasks.

Responsibilities

Operate and maintain various heavy equipment such as bulldozers, excavators, rollers, backhoes, and off-road trucks for site grading.
Perform fine or rough grading.
Read site plans and check grade according to the site plan.
Coordinate machine actions with other activities and crew members.
Avoid potential hazards and obstructions.
Check fuel supplies at sites.
Monitor operations to ensure health and safety standards are met.
Perform pre and post checks of equipment, daily maintenance, and keep equipment clean.
Keep records of material or equipment usage or problems encountered.
Assist with other job positions as requested.
Maintain attendance and adhere to assigned schedules.
Accept overtime assignments as required.