Skilled Heavy Equipment Operator (Dozer, Excavator, Motor Grader)

Sanford Contractors • Sanford, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This role is for a Skilled Heavy Equipment Operator with expertise in Dozer, Excavator, and Motor Grader operations. The position requires effective communication skills, a strong understanding of OSHA standards, attention to detail, and the ability to adapt to changing priorities. The operator will also serve as a mentor to other team members, demonstrating proper grading techniques and leading by example in safety and cost-effectiveness. Responsibilities include maintaining professionalism, identifying and correcting hazards, attending daily meetings, restoring work sites, and communicating absences in advance.

Requirements

• Effective communication skills; must be able to understand and speak English
• Working knowledge of all applicable OSHA standards
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Willingness to react to changes in priorities
• Must be able to lift more than 50 lbs, bend, stoop, kneel, and climb ladders regularly.
• Work involves frequent shoveling, raking, using hand tools and handling materials in and around trenches or uneven terrain.
• Requires standing or walking for extended periods and working outdoors in various weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

• OSHA Training
• MSHA Part 46 Training
• Trenching and Shoring Competent Person
• Rigging
• First Aid/CPR

Responsibilities

• Be a mentor to other team members by teaching them proper techniques for grading operations
• Be punctual, dependable, and professional at all times
• Work with cost effectiveness, profitability, and safety in mind
• Lead by example
• Lead the safety effort by recognizing and correcting hazards as soon as they are present
• Arrive at work prior to designated work start time
• Attend daily safety and project coordination meeting
• Restore post construction work to original condition or better
• Communicate time away from work with your team leader and other team members with sufficient notice to make plans for changing personnel to focus on the priorities
• Willingness to work hours as required

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision plans
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401K
• Short- and long-term disability
• Team Member Referral Program
• Life insurance
• Company Paid Holidays and PTO (Paid time off)
• Direct Deposit

What This Job Offers

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