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Operator

Wharton-Smith
Jacksonville, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 6/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/27/2026

Wharton-Smith, Inc. currently has immediate openings in the Jacksonville area for an Operator (Heavy Equipment) position.

We offer a competitive salary and field benefits.

We are also seeking qualified crane operators for Central Florida.

Successful Candidates must have:

Prefer High School diploma and on-the-job training
Certification as required by OSHA or Manufacturer for specific pieces of equipment.
Prefer experience working in the construction industry.
Prefer valid Driver’s license. This position will required travel throughout the NE Florida area.
Prefer to have rigging training. Must have transportation to get to job site.
Preferred Skills: High School diploma and on-the-job training preferred.

Job Description: Operates heavy equipment including, but not limited to, backhoes, material handlers, excavators, dozers, and loaders for use in foundation excavation, site grading, material placement and pipe laying.

 

 

Our recruiting process is centralized and is handled by our HR Department. If we are sent unsolicited resumes from recruiters, we will not pay any recruiting fees. Unsolicited resumes are any resumes sent to us by a recruiter who has not been pre-approved by HR, has not signed our contract, and has not been requested by our HR Department to search for a specific position.

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