What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laborer/Chainsaw Operator/Equipment Operator position at South East Mowing LLC?
Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled and dependable Laborer/Chainsaw Operator/Equipment Operators to join our construction and heavy equipment team. This role involves operating a variety of machinery and performing manual labor tasks on construction sites, ensuring safety, efficiency, and quality in all operations. The ideal candidate will possess strong mechanical knowledge, experience with heavy equipment, and the ability to work in dynamic outdoor environments.
This job requires working locally as well as out of town work.
Duties
- Operate chainsaws, excavators, dozers, loaders, backhoes, graders, dump trucks, and other heavy equipment with precision and safety.
- Perform site clearing, land grading, excavation, and material movement using appropriate machinery.
- Assist with horizontal drilling, tanker operations, paving activities, and other specialized construction tasks as needed.
- Conduct routine maintenance checks on equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Follow safety protocols and procedures to maintain a safe work environment for all team members.
- Assist with manual labor tasks such as debris removal, site preparation, and material handling.
- Collaborate with team members to complete projects efficiently and according to specifications.
Experience
- Prior experience operating heavy construction equipment such as excavators, dozers, loaders, backhoes, graders, dump trucks, or similar machinery is highly desirable as well as chainsaw operation.
- Construction site experience is essential; familiarity with various construction processes enhances job performance.
- Mechanical knowledge related to heavy equipment maintenance and troubleshooting is beneficial.
- Commercial driving experience or a valid CDL license is a plus for operating large vehicles safely on-site and between locations.
- Candidates should demonstrate physical stamina for outdoor work in varying weather conditions and the ability to follow safety guidelines diligently. This position offers an opportunity to work on diverse construction projects utilizing a wide range of heavy machinery while contributing to safe and efficient site operations.
Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week
Work Location: In person