APS-3: Heavy Equipment Operator

Category Construction Services Job Type Full time Job Id R3000547 Posted Date 10/13/2026

Job available in 2 locations

• Charleston, South Carolina
• Goose Creek, South Carolina

Title:

APS-3: Heavy Equipment Operator

At KBR, we deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 37,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 85 countries and operations in over 28 countries. KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results.

Trinzic is the future independent company to be created through the planned spin-off of KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business, expected in January 2027. Our people work at the frontier of what is possible, delivering solutions in challenging environments and advancing some of the world's highest-priority national security and space missions.

Backed by decades of mission success, deep expertise, and trusted partnerships, Trinzic will launch as a global organization with more than 18,000 employees supporting customers around the world. Join us at a defining moment and help shape the future of a company built to tackle complex challenges and make a meaningful impact.

Candidates who join KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business before the spin-off will transition to Trinzic when the separation is complete and will not need to reapply for employment.

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Program Summary

KBR maintains and manages Army prepositioned stocks at the Army Field Support Battalion - Charleston (AFSBn-CHS) land site and aboard ship to include all logistics and maintenance operations. The KBR APS-3 Program is managed and executed at Goose Creek in support of the Army’s power projection doctrine and resources. The contract provides maintenance of APS-3 stocks (Class II, IIIP, IV, VII, IX) to ensure that unit sets stored aboard marine vessels are configured and maintained at optimal readiness. KBR provides limited maintenance and supply support aboard ship to ensure that equipment sets are maintained in a ready condition for emergency download and issue to operating units at the direction of the US Army. KBR also provides maintenance services and logistical support for other Army programs IAW individual scope of work contract requirements.

Job Summary

The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for the safe operation of heavy machinery in support of APS-3 maintenance, logistics, construction, and sustainment activities. This role involves operating equipment such as loaders, excavators, bulldozers, graders, forklifts, rough‑terrain equipment, and similar machinery to move materials, support site operations, and assist logistics and maintenance teams.

Roles and Responsibilities

• The Heavy Equipment Operator operates heavy equipment such as cranes, clamshells, power shovels, motor graders, heavy loaders, carryalls, bulldozers, rollers, scrapers, and large industrial tractors with pan or scraper attachments.
• Loading/stacking twenty-foot containers, QUADs, Tri-Cons in yard and/or onto/off trailers utilizing 30K+ forklift and/or RT240
• Loading/unloading vehicles and/or trailers onto/off commercial trailers utilizing 30K+ forklift and/or RT24.
• Movement of military equipment into/out of staging lots on site at APS-3
• Reports to and receives assignments, instructions, and direction from the Foreman or General Foreman.
• Operates designated machine or equipment.
• Observes and follows all safety rules and procedures, including wearing required personal safety equipment. Performs other duties and activities as directed
• Store, handle, label, use, and dispose of hazardous materials and waste in accordance with all state, local, and federal environmental standards and regulations.
• Operate, clean, inspect, and service GSE towing vehicles.
• Maintain and update both paper and electronic records for equipment and vehicles.
• Work both individually and as a part of a team within the Site Support Department.
• Perform field level automotive maintenance on all automotive, tactical, and combat equipment assigned or work-loaded to the APS-03 program.
• As a subject matter expert, lead and provide training for lesser-qualified or experienced mechanics.
• Use government furnished special tools, property, and facilities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications (Required Education, Experience, Skills, and Certifications)

• Must be a U.S. Citizen with a valid U.S. Passport
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Common Access Card (CAC)
• Must obtain and maintain local base access.
• Must be capable of getting a minimum of a SECRET security clearance.
• Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Requires ASE Certifications, on-the-job training, other formalized training, or additional related experience may be considered.
• Must have at least a basic level skill in Microsoft Office programs.
• Must have a valid State issued Driver’s License.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to stand - between 2 to 3 hours per day.
• Must be able to walk - between 4 to 5 hours per day.
• Must be able to Lift - up to 35 lbs. – 50 lbs. periodically.
• Must be able to squat, knell, bend, reach and climb periodically.
• Must be able to work outside and inside in non-climate-controlled environments.

Preferred Qualification****s

• Experience in the operation of at least one of the following: RT240s, 30K+ forklifts, cranes, bulldozers, front end loaders, rollers or backhoes.
• Previous experience supporting DoD, Army, or TACOM programs
• Prior government contracting experience

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KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.