Operator (NC, SC)

KWEST GROUP • Charlotte, NC

107d

About The Position

Team members classified in a heavy equipment operator position shall perform skilled types of work focusing on the safe operation of heavy equipment used in the construction and maintenance of public works projects, industrial construction, energy construction projects and facilities, environmental services, and railroad projects. Safety training by the company will be required for all team members. Out-of-town work is probable and may require travel of up to three weeks away from home at a time. Dependable attendance and punctuality are critical.

Requirements

• Must be able to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as required.
• The average work week would consist of 5 ten-hour days, but schedule will be dictated by project needs.
• Must be able to work out of town, sometimes out of state, and for lengths of time, such as the job would dictate.
• A high school diploma, GED, or trade school certificate is preferred.
• Clean driving record.
• Working knowledge of construction site safety, truck maintenance, and road safety regulations.
• Will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening, and if offered a position, any random drug screening if randomly selected.
• Must attend all mandatory safety meetings and participate in discussions with the work crew and any safety personnel on site.
• Must be over 18 to operate power-driven saws including chain saws, woodchippers, abrasive cutting disks, or other power-driven equipment, or to perform excavating operations.

Responsibilities

• Knows the safety procedures and performs thorough review of the operator/user manuals prior to operating any power tools or equipment.
• Performs laborer tasks as required and directed by field leadership.
• Operates heavy duty construction equipment safely and efficiently, including but not limited to loaders, graders, crawler excavators, bulldozers, backhoes, and scrapers.
• Performs equipment preventative maintenance and assists with minor mechanical repairs if needed.
• Operates on cut and fill excavations with compaction requirements.
• Operates equipment proficiently to properly install underground utilities at various depths.
• Operates equipment proficiently to properly grade for slopes, contours, and finish grade for future paving operations.
• Operates equipment on erosion control projects. Removes mud and sediment from streams, installs culverts and timber mats, and installs and removes erosion control features.

Benefits

• Safety training provided by the company.
• All personal protective equipment (PPE) provided by the company at no cost to the employee, other than safety boots.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees