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Heavy Equipment Operator

Fessler & Bowman Inc
Charlotte, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 12/23/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/22/2026

Founded in 1963 by Don Fessler & George Bowman, Fessler & Bowman, Inc. has grown from a residential flatwork & basement wall contractor to a top 100 Commercial Concrete Contractor recognized across the nation. Keeping customer satisfaction as our fundamental core value has allowed Fessler & Bowman, Inc. to prosper for nearly six decades.

 

Our Culture & Philosophy:

Fessler & Bowman is a fast-paced and culture-focused industry leader in specialty concrete and civil earthwork.  When we talk about culture at F&B, it is not just a plaque hanging in our lobby. Our values are our driving force and have allowed us to build a phenomenal team delivering best in class products to our customers.

 

  • Open & Constructive
  • Take Pride in Our Product
  • Relentless Commitment
  • Care About Our Customers
  • Team Success

 

Summary:

Operators for Fessler & Bowman will perform a variety of tasks that assist in the completion of projects. It is crucial to have the skills necessary to work as a valued team member for F&B to provide the type of service our customers have come to expect. To perform this position sufficiently, the employee must be able to perform the following duties satisfactorily. The below descriptions represent, but do not limit, the duties expected of this position.

 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

·       Operate heavy equipment (excavator, dozer, loader) in compliance with the company's operating safety policies and procedures

·       Efficiently be able to operate machines for earth moving, pipe installation & grading operations

  • Provide recommendations for maintaining and improving environmental performance
  • Load and unload equipment from vehicles and trailers
  • Ensure company equipment, material, and the work site are maintained, kept clean, and stored in a safe manner. Collect and dispose of scrap, excess materials, and refuse
  • Complete required paperwork, reporting, and other documentation

Education, Experience & Qualifications:

·       3 years of experience with earthwork and civil construction

·       Willingness to learn and follow all safety policies and requirements

·       This position requires climbing, kneeling, bending and crawling often as well as the ability to work on ladders, platforms and mechanical lifts

·       Must be able to understand English

·       Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs.

 

Travel:

Travel may be required for this position as the employee must be willing to travel to surrounding job sites. F&B will compensate a per diem for travel and overnight stay if applicable.

 

Work Environment:

As an Operator, you will be subject to various work environments. Environments include but are not limited to the following: high/low temperatures, areas close to traffic, loud and frequent noises, confined spaces, heights, indoor/outdoor settings.

 

Benefits:

Fessler & Bowman is proud to provide non-union Team Members with the following benefits:

  • Medical, dental and vision insurance
  • 401k with company contributions

 

Fessler & Bowman Team Members that are part of a union will receive benefits from the appropriate union.

 

Recruitment Process:

The recruitment process will include a phone screen, in-person meeting, and a pre-employment background check and drug test.

 

Fessler & Bowman is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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