Heavy Equipment Operator level 2

New Terrain Grading is the sitework division of J. Davis Inc., a family-owned organization providing construction, grading, supplemental maintenance, and industrial services to South Carolina, Georgia, and North Carolina. With four divisions and three offices in the coastal and upstate regions of South Carolina, we are proud to offer superior services to the southeastern United States.

Providing unmatched civil construction to this area since 1997, we began on a skid-steer as an agricultural and residential builder. Steadily growing over the years, our equipment has expanded with it to a large fleet of articulating trucks, dozers, excavators, and dump trucks. Capable of satisfying the horizontal construction needs of the residential, commercial, industrial, education, and hospitality sectors, no project is out of range. And with a team of grading professionals skilled in demolition, clearing, landscaping, paving, utilities, storm drainage and erosion control, the possibilities are endless. Enhance your sitework experience with a team known for digging in and getting the job done.

Now, with a wealth of resources and the goal of better serving our clients, we are passionate about people, eager to make the grade, and thrilled for what the future holds. Be a member of our team and help us level the playing field.

The position Equipment Operator Level Two is an integral part of the New Terrain Grading Team and is responsible for driving and operating equipment such as skid steer, mini excavator, compaction equipment, dozers and excavators, and off-road trucks. This person will work closely with the assigned project team to operate equipment efficiently, professionally, and safely

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

General Industry

• Understand risks and safety hazards.
• Understands general soil conditions, types, and Characteristics.
• Understands safety manual and OSHA requirements.
• Can read and fully understand civil drawings, phases of work, specifications, and CEPSI Reports.
• Fully understand erosion and storm water control and best general practices.
• Participate in daily job safety hazard meetings and constantly identify and prevent safety hazards.
• Understands and can Perform daily preventative maintenance checklists.
• Cleans trash and dirt from equipment daily inside cab and on exterior including tracks.
• Can read and understand survey grade stakes.

Equipment

• Can maintain, and safely and efficiently operate with no oversite the following specific equipment at a minimum.
• Skid steers for fine grading, forks usage for loading and unloading
• Mini Excavators for erosion control, trenching, and Find Grading
• Compaction Equipment for meeting specified compaction requirement
• Offroad Trucks for haul off or moving material on site
• Dozer: Has ability to rough and fine grade and push mass dirt. Fully understands how to set up, problems solve, and operate GPS System including Base and Rover
• Excavator: Can Load trucks and excavate to rough and fine Grade. Fully proficient in Trenching for storm water and utilities
• Competent person Training on Trenching, Rigging, and equipment to be operated
• Read entire equipment manual on equipment to operate and assessment conducted by supervisor
• Has the skills to mentor and train level one and skilled labor

SKILLS & Qualifications:

• Ability to run heavy equipment (dozer, track hoe, skid steer, and mini excavator)
• Ability to perform rough grading, fine grading and backfill of various items
• OSHA 10 Preferred, but Not Required. We are willing to provide training if needed..
• Must be able to pass a drug test
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Ability to read and scale construction drawings
• Must possess the ability to think critically and problem solve
• Ability to work individually or in teams
• Positive, can-do attitude

Benefits

• Full benefits package including company paid medical, dental, and vision
• 401(k) and 401(k) matching
• Paid time off and Paid Holidays
• Vehicle Allowance
• Cell Allowance
• Paid Parental leave
• Clothing Allowance
• Gym Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life Coach
• Wellness Coach
• Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Growth opportunities
• Much more!