Heavy Equipment Operator

Job overview

The Heavy Equipment Operator role is onsite on local projects in Abbeville, SC; pay is $20–$25 per hour, plus performance and year-end bonuses. Palmetto Site Construction is a local civil contractor focused on utilities and sitework, with projects across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors. The operator uses dozers, excavators, and skid steers to support site preparation, grading, trenching, and backfilling. The role also includes equipment checks, general labor when needed, and maintaining a clean and safe job site.

What you'll do

• Safely operate dozers, excavators, and skid steers
• assist with site preparation, grading, trenching, and backfilling
• follow site plans and supervisor directions
• conduct daily equipment maintenance checks and report issues
• support general labor when not operating machinery
• maintain a clean and safe job site.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

heavy equipment operator

abbeville sc

palmetto site construction

civil construction

utilities

sitework

dozers

excavators

skid steers

$20–$25/hr

performance bonuses

year-end bonuses

local projects

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Performance and year-end bonuses, bi-weekly pay, retirement savings program, paid time off including holidays and sick days, referral bonuses, company events, annual trips, employee prizes, and apprenticeship or mentorship opportunities.

Why this role

Local projects with home time every night; no specific certifications required; schedule is Monday–Friday with availability for weekend work and overtime as needed.

About the employer

The Contractor Consultants is hiring for this role. Industry: Site Preparation Contractors. Sector: 23.