Blythe Development Co is hiring: Heavy Equipment Operator - Charleston in Charle

Overview

Blythe Development, headquartered in Charlotte, NC, is a licensed general contractor specializing in site work, road construction and golf course construction in North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia. We are now 100% Employee Owned!

The company, founded by twin brothers and Charlotte natives Jack and Frank Blythe in 1989, operates with a large, experienced workforce that enables Blythe Development to self-perform 80% of site groundwork.

This broad scope includes clearing, grading, storm drainage, sanitary sewer, waterline, curb and gutter, sidewalk, concrete paving, retaining walls, culverts, bridges, stone base and asphalt paving. Blythe Brothers Asphalt Company provides the asphalt services for Blythe Development Co. Blythe Development employs over 900 employees.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment safely and effectively on jobsites. Equipment may include front-end loaders, trackhoe, bulldozer, GPS dozer, roller, off-road truck, mini-excavator, excavator, skidsteer, and others as assigned.
• Enter and exit heavy machinery with three points of contact, maintain awareness of surroundings, and coordinate multiple limbs as required.
• Maintain knowledge and practice of heavy equipment safety and operation.
• Perform daily maintenance of equipment to ensure proper and safe operation.
• Work as part of a team and follow foremen’s instructions to meet schedules.
• Be flexible with schedule changes, location changes, and shifts.
• Follow traffic control instructions as directed.
• Follow all company policies and procedures for safe working conditions.

Requirements

• Ability to lift, push, pull, and/or carry 50+ lbs.
• Preferred: 2+ years' experience as a heavy equipment operator.

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Program
• Paid Time Off
• 401k + matching
• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and supplemental insurance programs

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Drug-Free Workplace