Moorhead Brothers, Inc. (MBI) is a clearing and site development company headquartered in Blacksburg, South Carolina. Our experience spans generations; from our beginning as a family business in 1977 to the creation of Moorhead Brothers, Inc. in 2008. We pledge to provide our customers with quality, safety, and cost-effective project performance.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Must Have Experience Operating:
JOB DUTIES:
•Operate heavy equipment, including excavators, bulldozers, and the like to complete a myriad of job tasks.
•Take actions to avoid potential hazards or obstructions, such as utility lines, other equipment, other workers, or falling objects.
•Come to job site with appropriate clothing, work boots, and with the PPE given to you the date you were hired.
•Be cognizant of underground services, such as pipes or wires prior to beginning work, and be cautious of their locations throughout the workday.
•Read job plans to ensure a thorough knowledge of the job at hand.
•Complete a “Daily Equipment Checklist” form before beginning work.
•Check all equipment fluids prior to starting the workday.
•Check fuel levels of all equipment at job site on a daily basis - prior to beginning work, and before completing work, to ensure that equipment is ready to operate at any time.
•Learn and follow all safety regulations.
•Participate in safety training as required.
•Work well with a crew of several other operators, a crew foreman, and a job superintendent.
EXPERIENCE:
•Prior experience operating heavy equipment is a requirement.
•MUST have a valid driver's license.
•Must be able to travel for work throughout the Southeast.
•Any safety certifications or accreditations are a plus.
BENEFITS / MISCELLANEOUS:
Compensation is dependent upon experience, certifications, and qualifications. This is a full-time position which allows for overtime opportunities. Benefits start after 90 days from the hire date.
•Paid Vacation, Sick/Personal time, and Paid Holidays
•Per Diem (for those who travel)