[{"_1":2,"_3":-5,"_4":-5},"loaderData",{"_5":6,"_7":8},"actionData","errors","routes/ssr/_anon-layout",{"_256":257,"_258":259,"_260":-5,"_261":262,"_263":264,"_265":266,"_267":268},"browse-city",{"_9":10,"_11":12,"_13":14,"_15":16,"_17":18,"_19":20,"_21":22,"_23":24,"_25":26,"_27":28,"_29":30,"_31":32},"careerAreaSlug","architecture-and-construction","careerAreaName","Architecture & Construction","occupationSlug","operating-engineer-or-heavy-equipment-operator","occupationName","Operating Engineer / Heavy Equipment Operator","stateSlug","ga","stateName","Georgia","citySlug","hartwell","cityName","Hartwell","jobs",[239],"gone",false,"selectedJobDetail",{"_36":37,"_38":39,"_40":41,"_42":43,"_44":45,"_46":47,"_48":49,"_50":51,"_52":53,"_23":54,"_19":20,"_55":28,"_56":57,"_58":59,"_60":61,"_62":63,"_64":65,"_66":67,"_68":28,"_69":70,"_71":70,"_72":28,"_73":28,"_74":75,"_76":77,"_78":79,"_80":28,"_81":28,"_82":83,"_84":85,"_86":87,"_88":89,"_90":91,"_92":93,"_94":95,"_96":97,"_98":99,"_100":101,"_102":103,"_104":105,"_106":28,"_107":108,"_109":110,"_21":22,"_17":18,"_13":14,"_111":112,"_9":113,"_114":115,"_116":117,"_118":119,"_120":121,"_122":123,"_124":70,"_125":37,"_126":39,"_127":112,"_128":129,"_130":131,"_132":133,"_134":135},"selectedJobCompanyDetails",{"_33":34,"_35":34},"profileURL","","CompanyName","id","97bd29c104576c2403756f32a58b43bb26bf8a2a","slug","heavy-equipment-operator-level-97bd29c1","title","Heavy Equipment Operator level 3","body","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 Three is an integral part of the New Terrain Grading Team and is responsible for driving and operating equipment such as skid steer, mini excavators, 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

Motor Grader:

Can fine Grade and operate proficiently Competent person Training on Trenching, Rigging, and equipment to be operated Read entire equipment manual on equipment to operate and assessment conducted by supervisor Daily and Monthly maintenance and inspections Ensure safety rules and environmental regulations are followed at all times Ability to read/use GPS technology in equipment Enforce safety procedures and follow all jobsite safety requirements from job to job Notifying supervisor of routine maintenance Keeping equipment clean and free of trash Train others as necessary when time allows Other tasks as assigned

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. Ability to mentor and train level one and two. Must be able to pass a drug test Valid driver's license and reliable transportation Ability to read and scale construction drawings Experience laying storm drainage is a plus 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 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!","type","jobPosting","source","LC","accountId","0","organizationName","New Terrain Grading","applicationUrl","https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=33ed2b409e7d6755&from=serp&vjs=3","Hartwell, GA","isRemote","location",{"_235":236,"_237":238},"createdAt","2026-09-26T07:53:56.503281570Z","updatedAt","2026-09-25T13:31:49.281Z","publishedAt","2026-09-23T00:00:00Z","expiresAt","2026-10-26T00:00Z","status","active","isExpired","isDiscoverable",true,"isSearchable","isSpotlight","isDraft","careerSkills",[169,170,171,172,173,174,175,176,177,178,179,180,181,182,183,184,185,186,187,188,189],"requiredEducation","na","benefitCategories",[165,166,167,168],"isEmailRequired","isPhoneRequired","subtype","job","titleSearch","Heavy Equipment Operators","compensationType","salary","locationFlexibility","onsite","employmentTypeName","full_time","wage10thPercentileHourly",22.191826923076924,"wage30thPercentileHourly",24.05480769230769,"wage50thPercentileHourly",25.602884615384614,"growthRateFiveYear",0.1046,"payGrowthScore",57.37165075295758,"jobSecurityScore",51.544995816840014,"compositeScore",54.458323284898796,"compositeLowConfidence","county","13147","state","13","sitemapPath","/architecture-and-construction/operating-engineer-or-heavy-equipment-operator/ga/hartwell",[10],"eduLevelsName",[77],"lotCareerAreaName",[12],"lotOccupationName",[16],"lotSpecializedOccupation",[164],"minEduLevels","99","isCanonical","canonicalJobId","canonicalSlug","canonicalSitemapPath","groupVariantCount",1,"groupLocations",[161],"benefitNames",[152,153,154,155,156,157,158,159,160],"aiEnrichments",{"_136":137,"_138":139,"_140":141,"_142":143},"pay",{"_149":28,"_150":151},"extractedFilters",{"_88":89},"experienceLevel",{"_144":145,"_146":28,"_147":148},"tldr","This job needs 3+ years of heavy equipment experience like dozers and excavators. You’ll work onsite in SC, handle grading, drainage, and safety, and get benefits like health insurance and paid time off.","estimatedYearsExperience",3,"isEntryLevel","explanation","Level 3 implies 3+ years of experience; OSHA 10 preferred but not required.","disclosed","basis","extracted","Paid Time Off (PTO)","401(k) Plans","Health and Wellness Programs","Health Insurance","Dental Insurance","Vision Insurance","Disability Insurance","Life Insurance","Parental Leave",{"_162":54,"_109":18,"_163":37,"_38":39,"_55":28,"_52":53,"_111":112},"city","jobId","14121910","paid_leave","retirement_savings","health_wellness","insurance",{"_190":233,"_192":234,"_194":-5},{"_190":231,"_192":232,"_194":-5},{"_190":229,"_192":230,"_194":-5},{"_190":227,"_192":228,"_194":-5},{"_190":225,"_192":226,"_194":-5},{"_190":223,"_192":224,"_194":-5},{"_190":221,"_192":222,"_194":-5},{"_190":219,"_192":220,"_194":-5},{"_190":217,"_192":218,"_194":-5},{"_190":215,"_192":216,"_194":-5},{"_190":213,"_192":214,"_194":-5},{"_190":211,"_192":212,"_194":-5},{"_190":209,"_192":210,"_194":-5},{"_190":207,"_192":208,"_194":-5},{"_190":205,"_192":206,"_194":-5},{"_190":203,"_192":204,"_194":-5},{"_190":201,"_192":202,"_194":-5},{"_190":199,"_192":200,"_194":-5},{"_190":197,"_192":198,"_194":-5},{"_190":195,"_192":196,"_194":-5},{"_190":191,"_192":193,"_194":-5},"code","KS6888T71TLZ95GK1F1V","value","Trenching","proficiency","KS120MJ6M2QPPH3P1SYP","Architectural Drawing","ESDBE903059CD049B5EA","Safety Procedures","ESBFB4E35AF6D3D98647","Health And Wellness Coaching","KS121TR61G9J1BMSLHH5","Checklists","KS7G0D05ZQPM0NFXJSBP","Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)","KS440ZR6SKTCHXMWJZW0","Stormwater Management","KS121XY60FX6R9J9ZK0S","Civil Drawing","KS123MR6QY26MMZFBVTP","Erosion Control","KS441NS6G86NC7BV1S6Y","Loading And Unloading","ESE495A4017EB9404B8C","Valid Driver's License","KS122J56PZMMFL1SVY1F","Critical Thinking","KS440ZN66JC9VJ6WMZ0G","Storm Drains","KS1263K71W66XVVGKG2F","Preventive Maintenance","KS125K861RZXRSY7NPF7","Job Safety Analysis","KS440RB5XGSCZYRGY522","Soil Science","KS6UVMJCU5UB3LAZVP9I","Dozer","KS123KV6WF08H54CCZMF","Environmental Laws","ES1A2BE4BB97545058AD","10-Hour OSHA General Industry Card","KS7G82H74NBVCV9RJBFJ","Grading (Landscape)","KS123MR6P5RW0012RLVC","Erosions","lat",34.3528825,"lon",-82.932087,{"_36":37,"_38":39,"_40":41,"_44":45,"_46":47,"_50":51,"_240":-5,"_23":54,"_19":20,"_68":28,"_73":28,"_241":-5,"_62":63,"_60":61,"_82":83,"_86":87,"_88":89,"_90":91,"_111":112,"_242":-5,"_243":244,"_128":129,"_134":245,"_246":247},"logoUrl","isFavorited","amount","groupCityNames",[54],{"_136":253,"_138":254,"_140":255,"_142":143},"bricks",[248],{"_249":250,"_251":252},"content","Full-Time","variant","gray",{"_149":28,"_150":151},{"_88":89},{"_144":145,"_146":28,"_147":148},"preloadedState",{"_291":292,"_293":294,"_295":296,"_297":298},"session",{"_290":28},"learnerProfile","statsigUser",{"_281":282,"_283":-7,"_284":285,"_286":287},"statsigSSR",{"_277":278,"_279":280},"experimentParams",{"_269":273,"_271":274,"_272":275},"experimentGroups",{"_269":270,"_271":270,"_272":270},"aa_job_details","Control","aa_explore_202608","job_description_positioning",{"_276":270},{"_276":270},{"_276":270},"arm","gates",{},"configs",{},"userID","anonymous","email","custom",{},"customIDs",{"_288":289},"stableID","dev-stable-id-localhost","isAuthenticated","userAndSession",{"_258":394,"_260":-5,"_395":28,"_396":397,"_398":399},"courseSearch",{"_339":340,"_341":323,"_342":343,"_344":323,"_345":-5,"_346":-5,"_347":-5,"_307":28,"_348":28,"_349":-5,"_350":351,"_352":-5,"_353":354,"_355":356,"_357":358},"careerNavigatorSlice",{"_56":324,"_325":34,"_326":327,"_328":329,"_330":70,"_331":70,"_332":-5,"_333":334},"caapCareerSearch",{"_299":28,"_300":34,"_301":302,"_303":304,"_305":306,"_307":28,"_308":-5,"_309":28,"_310":311},"myCareers","searchValue","searchResult",[],"comparisonData",[],"searchFilters",{"_312":313,"_314":34,"_315":34,"_316":317,"_318":319,"_320":321,"_322":323},"isLoading","comparisonError","shouldOpenTray","traitSpecificCareers",{},"selectedHub",[],"selectedEarning","selectedEducation","sortByField","name.keyword","sortOrder","asc","pageSize",10,"from",0,{"_36":49,"_335":336,"_44":337,"_338":34},"locationString","defaultLocation",{"_36":49,"_335":336,"_44":337,"_338":34},"scholarshipLocation",{"_36":49,"_335":336,"_44":337,"_338":34},"loadingLocation","loadingCaapAssessmentResults","caapAssessmentResult","industryPreference",[],"name","United States (Default)","nation","highlight","courses",[],"totalCount","filters",{"_359":34,"_360":28,"_361":28,"_362":28,"_363":28,"_364":28,"_365":28,"_366":28,"_367":28,"_368":369,"_370":371,"_372":373,"_374":375,"_376":377,"_378":379,"_380":381,"_382":-5,"_383":28,"_384":385,"_386":323,"_320":387,"_388":389,"_390":391},"activeFiltersCount","filterCounts","appliedFilters","sortInfo","isLoadingMore","error","favoriteCourseIds",[],"lastSearchTimestamp","prefetchedPages",[],"prefetchingPages",[],"prefetchedCourses",{},"searchQuery","withCertificate","isFree","withFreeCertificate","isUniversity","showSavedOnly","isBeginner","isIntermediate","isAdvanced","topLevelSubjects",[],"institutions",[],"subjects",[],"languages",[],"providers",[],"durationBuckets",[],"duration",{"_392":-5,"_393":-5},"language","hasSubtitles","subtitleLanguages",[],"page",20,"sortColumn","created","sortBy","desc","min","max",{"_405":28,"_290":28},"isOnboardingComplete","onboardingResume",{"_403":28,"_404":-5},"emailUpdateModal",{"_400":28,"_401":34,"_402":34},"open","newEmail","password","checked","resumeUrl","oktaChecked"]

Find & Apply For Operating Engineer / Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Hartwell, Georgia

Heavy Equipment Operator level 3