Heavy Equipment Operator
Aerotek
**Job Description:**
Gulf Stream is one of Charleston's largest civil site contractors. Their parent company is the Beach Co. (Largest Land Developer in Charleston). They only perform work in the Greater Charleston Area and travel is limited to the Lowcountry. Gulf Stream is in need of Heavy Equipment Operators for a variety of different civil site work locations. Duties include operating heavy equipment, fine grading/rough grading, laying pipe, digging holes, cleaning the construction site and other general labor functions when necessary. Operator responsibilities include grading, installing pipe, trenching, digging, slope work, and moving material. All qualified candidates must have at least 1 year of construction experience.
Pieces of equipment include: Motor Grader, Dozer, Excavator, Front End Loader, Backhoe, Roller, Scrappers, Skidsteer, Off-Road Truck, etc.
**Key Responsibilities:**
+ Operate curb machines and rovers with GPS systems to perform precise site work construction tasks.
+ Interpret and follow construction plans, blueprints, and grade stakes.
+ Ensure accurate and precise work by utilizing GPS technology and other equipment.
+ Adhere to all safety protocols and regulations on the job site.
+ Troubleshoot and resolve any issues related to equipment operation.
+ Maintain accurate records of work performed and materials used.
**Qualifications:**
+ Must have at least 1+ years of construction experience
+ Heavy Equipment (Dozers, Excavators, Track Hoe, Back Hoe, Graders, Front End Loaders, Skid Steer, Roller, Off Road Trucks, etc)
+ Fine grading experience is highly preferred
+ GPS experience preferred
+ Flexible availability to include overtime and possible weekends
+ Candidates familiar with working outside in hot/cold weather conditions and in the elements
+ Candidates okay and welcoming overtime
+ Candidate must be at work and on time for each shift – Attendance is very important
+ Reliable form of transportation to get to and from work
**Performance Expectations:**
+ Must be at work and on time for each scheduled shift – 15 mins early is the ideal
+ Will report to a Site Superintendent/Foreman on a daily basis and willing to help to get the job done.
+ Missing work is a poor reflection of a candidate's commitment.
**Benefits:**
+ Competitive salary starting at $20+ per hour
+ Health, dental, and vision insurance
+ Retirement plan
+ Paid time off
+ Opportunities for professional development and advancement
**Additional Information:**
+ This person might be asked to work weekends. Work starts at 7AM and it will be Monday-Friday with some Saturdays. The work days last 8-12 hours depending on the weather.
+ Gulf Stream offers competitive wages and benefits, including paid time off (Week of 4 th of July/Christmas and Holiday), and with Blue Cross Blue Shield Benefits.
+ Pay is based off of experience and will start at $16/hr - $23+/hr
For more information, please contact 843- 481- 5488 or email me your information to the listed email above.
Thanks!
**Pay and Benefits**
The pay range for this position is $15.00 - $20.00
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
**Workplace Type**
This is a fully onsite position in Charleston,SC.
**Application Deadline**
This position will be accepting applications until Jan 31, 2025.
**About Aerotek:**
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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