Heavy Equipment Operator

Tlingit Haida Tribal Business Corporation • Beaufort, SC

7h

About The Position

At Tlingit Haida Tribal Business Corporation (THTBC), your work goes beyond the job description—it becomes part of a purpose-driven legacy. Our continuous commitment to growth directly contributes to the strength, resilience, and future of the communities we support. Our growth fuels programs, services, and lasting value for the Tribe, making every success a shared one. For over 35 years THTBC and its subsidiaries has delivered essential services to federal clients across the globe. Whether supporting logistics, information technology, cyber security, or facilities operations, we are united by a shared mission: to create meaningful economic opportunity and growth of the Tlingit & Haida Tribes of Alaska. Together We Grow – One Mission, One Team – With a Commitment to Serve Scope of Work: Drive a tractor-trailer combination or a truck with a capacity of at least 26,000 GVW, to transport and deliver goods or materials in liquid, loose, or packaged from.  Will be required to load and unload truck.  Requires commercial driver’s license with Commercial Driver’s License class A with the following endorsements: Passenger, Hazardous Material and Tanker.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years of experience working with heavy equipment.
• Possess and maintain a Class A Commercial Driver’s License with a Passenger (P) endorsement. 
• Knowledge of proper operation of heavy equipment as well as safety standards.
• Ability to maintain, inspect, clean, and occasionally repair pieces of heavy equipment.
• Keen attention to detail and situational awareness to maintain the safety of the work environment.
• Strong work ethic.
• Must possess the ability to work in a team or alone and be able to change jobs on short notice. 
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Must have knowledge of worksite safety, occupational hazards, and standard safety practices.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license and a safe driving record, in accordance with company policy, to operate vehicles or equipment as required for the position.

Responsibilities

• Operate various pieces of large equipment in accordance with company procedures and safety regulations.
• Perform various duties such as road patching, dirt hauling, fence repair, remove fallen trees, and support the other shops as needed.
• Ensure proper operation of equipment by performing regular checks on their functionality.
• Document regular maintenance checks to maintain adequate records of equipment performance.
• Provide preventative maintenance to ensure equipment is safe and operating properly.
• Regularly clean equipment to preserve its quality and functionality.
• Perform minor repairs on equipment issues.
• Report needs for larger repairs to the appropriate parties.
• Abide by all local, state, and federal regulations, as well as all company safety procedures.
• Adhere to company policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
• Commit to the overall safety of the work environment by always taking extra precautions to work with the utmost care and consideration.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• We offer a flexible benefits package including medical, dental, and vision plans, TRICARE Supplemental, critical illness coverage, employee discounts, wellness seminars, company-paid life and short-term disability insurance, optional long-term disability, paid leave, a 401(k) plan, and identity theft protection to support your health and financial well-being. For represented positions, the benefits and leave offered will be as defined under the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement.

What This Job Offers

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