WHY US:

• Family Owned since 1948
• Work life friendly schedule
• Very competitive pay (Apply to inquire)
• Full Benefits Profit sharing!
• Bonus Incentives!
• Much More Apply to inquire!

Position Description

Heavy Equipment Operator
O.L. Thompson Construction Co., Inc. is currently seeking Heavy Equipment Operators to support their Charleston area projects.

About Us:
For over 65 years, O.L. Thompson Construction Co., Inc. has served as one of the tri-county area’s premier site-work construction firms. Our main emphasis is in the area of site development, material handling, and transportation; our current scope of work includes demolition, clearing, grubbing, excavation, storm drainage, sanitary sewer, potable water, concrete, curbing, asphalt paving, and material recycling & processing. We have the capabilities to perform a turnkey operation in the area of site development.

Roles and Responsibilities

· The Heavy Equipment Operator will be responsible for operating heavy earth moving equipment in support of company grading and site operations.

• Operate one or more types of heavy equipment such as a dozer, trackhoe/excavator, or motor grader to prepare undeveloped job sites to meet job required grades.
• Construct/grade new roads, building pads and water retention ponds to proper slope and grade specifications.
• Operate equipment efficiently to maintain production goals.
• General housekeeping and maintenance checks of equipment including reporting usage/utilization hours on a daily basis or as directed by supervisor.
• The use of a shovel to move material will be necessary.
• Ability to work in the tri-county area.
• Keep company work site clean and orderly and inform management of any safety concerns.
• Comply with all company policies, procedures and safety requirements.
• Perform any other general duties as directed.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Must be authorized to work in the US.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Drivers License is strongly preferred and recommended
• More than two years of recent heavy equipment operation experience, preferably with GPS.
• Experience operating one or more pieces of earth moving equipment (dozer, grader, excavator, etc…).
• Must obtain a negative drug test result prior to hire and maintain throughout term of employment.
• Must meet company employment standards.
• Have the ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 90 pounds.
• Must have the ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Flexible availability to include overtime and possible weekends required.
• Work environments will vary making it necessary to tolerate weather conditions such as rain and extreme temperatures. Employees may be exposed to dust, dirt, loud noises, etc.
• 18 years of age.

Preferred Skills/Experience

• Experience operating equipment during site development.
• Proficient at building retention ponds to required slopes.
• Capable of programming GPS installed devices.
• Experience fine grading with various types of equipment.
• Valid driver’s license.

Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, EAP, Vision, 401K with company match and Profit Sharing, Vacation and Holiday

O.L. Thompson Construction Co., Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
“EEO is the Law” www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• Are you authorized to work in US and 18 years of age or older?
• Can you maintain a grade for roads, slopes, and ponds?
• What types of heavy equipment are you considered an intermediate to expert operator (meaning 2 years)?

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person