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Fred Smith Company
Heavy Equipment Operators - Kitty Hawk/Elizabeth City
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What they do
An Operating Engineer or Heavy Equipment Operator drives and operates heavy equipment used in quarries, construction sites, landfills, refuse and recycling centers, or ports. Heavy Equipment may include, but is not limited to, bulldozers, excavators, paving equipment and pile drivers.
$55,839 / year median in North Carolina
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Fred Smith Company is currently seeking experienced heavy equipment operators to fill multiple positions. We are a self-perform heavy civil contractor working in North Carolina. Pay will be commensurate with experience; all employees are eligible after 30 days for benefits such as health, dental and vision insurance and paid time off.
Open positions include:
Finish Bulldozer operators Rough-grade Bulldozer Motorgrader Operator Rubber Tire Excavator Operator GPS Excavator Operator Loader Operator Essential duties of the role include: Follow all company safety policies including taking specific action to avoid other workers, other equipment, potential obstructions and marked or unmarked utility lines. Operate equipment in an efficient manner and follow instructions of on-site management Follow all equipment monitoring and maintenance requirements Move and/or load material utilizing dozers, excavators, loaders, etc. Local candidates preferred. We provide competitive pay, comprehensive benefits including affordable health insurance, paid time off, holiday pay and a 401k plan with a generous match. Fred Smith Company is dedicated to the achievement of equality of opportunity for all its employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected group status under federal, state or local law. Fred Smith Company is an E-Verify Participant.Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance