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Light Equipment Operator 1

Zachry Group
Roxboro, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 5/21/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/18/2026
Job Description

Position Summary

  • Industrial Light Equipment Operator will be responsible for operating all the following various construction equipment including but not limited to bobcats, bulldozers, excavators, front-end loaders, backhoes, rollers, RT forklift, and graders, 4,000 Gallon Water Truck, 84' Steel Drum Roller, 84' Padfoot Roller, JD 744 Loader, and tractor w/ plow to move earth and other materials.
  • They will also be responsible for safety, equipment inspections, and possibly assisting with repairs.
  • The position will be expected to assist other crafts in their downtimes, which may include non-operating activities.


Qualification Highlights

  • Must have 2 years of experience as an Equipment Operator.
  • Must possess all Knowledge Skills and Abilities for positions.
  • Must be able to meet all physical requirements.
  • May be required to have a valid driver’s license and meet a motor vehicle records check.
  • Must have all required tools. Must have reliable transportation.


Position Responsibilities

  • Will operate various construction dirt equipment to move the earth and equipment in precision processes.
  • Will inspect equipment.
  • Will be responsible for all safety aspects of operating the equipment.
  • May follow signal directions from a signaler in equipment operations.
  • Will access area of operations for safety issues and required processes and planning of equipment operations.


Required Qualifications

  • Must have experience and knowledge of operating varies construction equipment including but not limited to bobcats, bulldozers, excavators, front-end loaders, backhoes, rollers, RT forklift, and graders.
  • Must have basic mechanical knowledge and illustrate the abilities to inspect equipment.
  • Must have knowledge of and be familiar with soil types.
  • Must illustrate knowledge of excavating and the specifications that are required for a given excavation.
  • Must be able to follow instructions correctly.
  • Must be reliable, accountable, and consistent in performing administrative processes such as but not limited to equipment inspection paperwork.
  • Must be willing and able to follow all instructed safety regulations.
  • Must be able to make it work on time and work the designated schedule and any overtime as needed with the proper notification.


Preferred Additional Qualification

  • Current Zachry or Zachry ROF’ed employee.
  • Former experience working with Zachry Industrial, Inc.
  • Valid Driver’s License.


Reporting to:

This position does not have any direct reports.

Physical Requirements

  • Employees will be required to adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, bending, squatting, sitting and lifting.
  • Will talk and hear to communicate.
  • Will use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push, and pull objects, materials, controls and tools.
  • May be required to pick up, lift, carry and move up to 50lbs.
  • Will work at heights, climb ladders and stairways, and may occasionally work off platforms/scaffolding using the appropriate fall protection requirements.
  • Must be able to work in all weather conditions (including heat, rain, cold and wind) while wearing appropriate PPE.
  • Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to hard hat , safety glasses/spoggles, ear plugs, masks/respirators, hi-vis safety vests, leather gloves and leather steel-toed work boots.


ZACHRY provides a Safe and Drug-Free work environment and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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