Heavy Equipment Operator III

Knight’s Companies Inc. • Ridgeville, SC

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About The Position

Knight’s Companies is seeking a skilled, safety-conscious heavy equipment operator to support mining operations and maintain efficient material flow and continuous production. The role operates dozers, excavators, and other heavy equipment for excavation, grading, stockpiling, pit development, material handling, and site maintenance. The operator supports mine production by supplying crushers, hoppers, and conveyors; maintains safe roads and work areas; performs equipment inspections and routine preventive maintenance; and assists with plant operations and general labor as assigned. The position requires compliance with company safety policies, MSHA/OSHA regulations, and environmental standards, along with effective teamwork and safety communication.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of front-end loader operating experience in mining, industrial, or construction environments.
• Demonstrated proficiency in front-end loader operations.
• Strong mechanical knowledge for equipment troubleshooting.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

• MSHA or OSHA training certification, or the ability to obtain it.
• CDL.

Responsibilities

• Comply with company safety policies, MSHA/OSHA regulations, and environmental standards.
• Operate dozers and excavators for excavation, grading, stockpiling, and pit development.
• Feed crushers, hoppers, and conveyors with raw material to support mine production.
• Prepare sites through excavation, leveling, slope maintenance, and clearing safe access routes.
• Maintain pit areas, haul roads, and stockpile yards for safe traffic flow and material movement.
• Load, transport, and stockpile raw materials and finished products.
• Operate additional equipment, including loaders, graders, scrapers, forklifts, water trucks, and cranes, when required.
• Apply dust suppression techniques, including operating water trucks.
• Complete daily equipment inspections, logs, and checklists.
• Perform preventive maintenance, including fueling, lubrication, and basic mechanical adjustments.
• Identify and report mechanical or safety issues to supervisors and maintenance personnel.
• Ensure trucking drivers dump materials in the proper locations according to site plans.
• Assist with plant operations and perform general labor or maintenance tasks as assigned.
• Model proper PPE use, safety communication, and hazard reporting.
• Contribute to a positive, team-oriented culture while upholding company core values.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Company-paid life insurance
• Voluntary insurance programs, including life, critical illness, hospitalization, accident, and pet insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED