Entry Level Grading Operator

CK Contractors & Development • Kings Mountain, NC

5d • Onsite

About The Position

CK Contractors and Development LLC is seeking Entry Level Grading Equipment Operators to join their team. This role involves operating and maintaining various heavy equipment such as bulldozers, excavators, rollers, backhoes, and off-road trucks for site grading purposes. The job sites are located within a 70-mile radius of the greater Charlotte metro area.

Requirements

• 3-6 months of site grading experience or outdoor work experience.
• Demonstrated ability to operate various grading equipment.
• Excellent safety awareness and 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 skills, both verbally and nonverbally, including the ability to listen.
• Reliable transportation to be at work when scheduled.
• Ability to travel.
• 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, and hard sole/close-toed shoes.
• Continuous mental and visual attention is necessary to safely and effectively complete work tasks.
• Must pass pre-employment screening, including a drug test.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain various heavy equipment including bulldozers, skid steers, excavators, rollers, backhoes, off-road trucks, and motor graders.
• Perform fine or rough grading.
• Read site plans and check grade according to the site plan.
• Coordinate machine actions with other activities and respond to hand or audio signals from crew members.
• Identify and avoid potential hazards and obstructions.
• 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 and problems encountered.
• Assist with other job positions as needed for job completion.
• Maintain attendance and be present during assigned work hours, including accepting overtime assignments as required.

Benefits

• Competitive health insurance
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Safe work environment
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed