Light Equipment Operator 3
Zachry Group · zachrygroup.com
TerrellOn-siteSenior
The job in short
Light equipment operator.
Details
- Found
- 22 d ago · posted 2026-09-16
- Location as listed
- Terrell, NC, United States
- Role
- Light Equipment Operator
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
Position Summary
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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.
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They will also be responsible for safety, equipment inspections, and possibly assisting with repairs.
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The position will be expected to assist other crafts in their downtimes, which may include non-operating activities.
Qualification Highlights
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Must have 2+ years of experience as an Equipment Operator.
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Must possess all Knowledge Skills and Abilities for positions.
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Must be able to meet all physical requirements.
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May be required to have a valid driver’s license and meet a motor vehicle records check.
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Must have all required tools. Must have reliable transportation.
Position Responsibilities
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Will operate various construction dirt equipment to move the earth and equipment in precision processes.
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Will inspect equipment.
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Will be responsible for all safety aspects of operating the equipment.
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May follow signal directions from a signaler in equipment operations.
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Will access area of operations for safety issues and required processes and planning of equipment operations.
Required Qualifications
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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.
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Must have basic mechanical knowledge and illustrate the abilities to inspect equipment.
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Must have knowledge of and be familiar with soil types.
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Must illustrate knowledge of excavating and the specifications that are required for a given excavation.
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Must be able to follow instructions correctly.
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Must be reliable, accountable, and consistent in performing administrative processes such as but not limited to equipment inspection paperwork.
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Must be willing and able to follow all instructed safety regulations.
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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
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Current Zachry or Zachry ROF’ed employee.
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Former experience working with Zachry Industrial, Inc.
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Valid Driver’s License.
Reporting to:
This position does not have any direct reports.
Physical Requirements
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Employees will be required to adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, bending, squatting, sitting and lifting.
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Will talk and hear to communicate.
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Will use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push, and pull objects, materials, controls and tools.
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May be required to pick up, lift, carry and move up to 50lbs.
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Will work at heights, climb ladders and stairways, and may occasionally work off platforms/scaffolding using the appropriate fall protection requirements.
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Must be able to work in all weather conditions (including heat, rain, cold and wind) while wearing appropriate PPE.
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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.