Equipment Operator Position Available In Richland, South Carolina

Equipment Operator C.R. Jackson, Inc. – 3.8

Columbia, SC Job Details Estimated:

$38.9K – $49K a year 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications Mid-level High school diploma or GED Driver’s License 2 years Full Job Description Equipment Operator C.R. Jackson, Inc., is a family-owned asphalt and highway-heavy construction company that has been serving South Carolina for fifty years. Our scope of work includes complex highway construction projects; private and public site development; asphalt paving from parking lots to interstates; cement stabilization of soils and reclamation of roadways; sewer and water system construction; installation of all manner of drainage systems; and hot mix asphalt sales. We have a presence in over half of South Carolina’s 46 counties with seven asphalt plants and 400 team members. While the growth that we have experienced over the years has positioned us as one of the largest asphalt producers in the state, we haven’t lost sight of the values Richard Jackson started with in 1972. C.R. Jackson, Inc. expects and rewards a commitment to respect, integrity, accountability, and excellence in every facet of our business.

POSITION SUMMARY

C.R. Jackson, Inc., is looking for experienced Equipment Operators who are self-motivated and are team players. This position is an hourly, skilled craft position that will work alongside our construction crews performing, at a minimum, the job responsibilities below while maintaining the culture that C.R. Jackson is built around. This position will be located anywhere within our working footprint in South Carolina.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform proper pre/post-shift equipment maintenance. Keep equipment clean. Strong hand, foot, and eye coordination is required to safely operate equipment. Assist with general housekeeping of the job site. Be flexible to perform other craft duties as needed. Have a production and safety mindset while providing the highest quality product. Comply with all company policies, procedures, and safety requirements.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum of 2 years of Equipment operation is required. Emphasis on roads, highways and bridges is preferred. A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is preferred. Must be able to understand/follow work directions and communicate effectively with supervisors and other crew members. Must maintain a good attendance and safety record. Must have the ability to work in a high production environment and respond quickly and effectively under pressure and deadlines. Must pass a drug screen prior to employment and comply with the company’s Drug Free Workplace standards. Must meet the company’s employment standards with regard to background checks. Must possess a valid driver’s license with the flexibility to travel to job sites within South Carolina if necessary May have to work nights and weekend shifts if the job schedule requires. May be required to operate other equipment as needs arise.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Regular physical effort including standing and walking is required during a regular shift. Must be able to stoop, bend, reach with hands and arms, crouch and kneel as required for operation and/or maintenance of equipment. Must be able to withstand long periods of sitting when operating equipment. Work with hands to operate the equipment controls. Must have the ability to carry and lift up to 50 pounds. Must maintain alertness to the motion and activities of people and other equipment on the construction site. Will be required to frequently walk on uneven surfaces. Must be able to climb on and off of heavy equipment safely. Will be required to work in varying weather conditions and work environments including hot or cold temperatures and dusty, wet, noisy, etc. environments. May be required to work on job sites close to live lanes of traffic.

BENEFITS

Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance Matching 401k Program Paid Vacations & Holidays Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance Merit bonus program C.R. Jackson, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.