Heavy Equipment Operator

Job overview

The Heavy Equipment Operator is an onsite role in West Columbia, SC. Compensation is not specified. The operator supports Blythe Development’s site development and road construction projects; the company is 100% employee-owned. The role safely operates construction equipment on active jobsites and works with the crew to meet project schedules. Daily inspections, equipment care, adherence to safety procedures, and coordination with the foreman help keep construction work safe and reliable.

What you'll do

• Safely enter and exit heavy machinery using three points of contact
• operate equipment with awareness of jobsite surroundings
• follow equipment safety practices and procedures
• inspect and perform daily equipment maintenance
• work with the construction crew and follow foreman instructions
• follow traffic control instructions and company safety policies
• adapt to changes in schedules, project locations, and shift times.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

heavy equipment operator

west columbia sc

blythe development

full-time

onsite

construction equipment

site development

road construction

equipment safety

daily inspections

employee-owned

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Employee Stock Ownership Program
• paid time off
• 401(k) with company match
• medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and supplemental insurance programs.

Why this role

Equipment may include front-end loaders, trackhoes, bulldozers, GPS dozers, rollers, off-road trucks, mini excavators, excavators, and skid steers; two or more years of experience preferred.

About the employer

Blythe Development Co is hiring for this role. Industry: Site Preparation Contractors. Sector: 23.