Top 48 equipment operator Jobs in hickory nc

Heavy Equipment Operator
Preston Contractors, Inc —Morganton, NC
- $24 - $28 an hour
- Overtime
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- CDL
- Profit sharing
- Paid holidays
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1d
Asphalt Paver Operator
JT Russell and Sons —Conover, NC
- $18 - $28 an hour
- Full-time
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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7d
Heavy Equipment Operator (Marshall Steam Station)
Trans Ash —Sherrills Ford, NC
- $22 - $36 an hour
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Construction site
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Articulated Haul Truck Driver (Marshall Steam Station)
Trans Ash —Sherrills Ford, NC
- $20 - $27 an hour
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Construction site
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Dozer Operator
Huffman Grading Co., Inc. —Hickory, NC
- $28 - $40 an hour
- Urgently hiring
- Mid-level
- In-person
- Outdoor work
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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2d
Machine Operator | Starting at $24.34
Flowers Baking Co. of Newton, LLC —Newton, NC
- $24.34 - $26.46 an hour
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Bakery
- Military encouraged
- Paid training
- Paid holidays
13d
Track Hoe Operator
PC Construction —Newton, NC
- Full-time
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- Construction
- Profit sharing
- Paid holidays
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Heavy Equipment Operator (Street)
City of Hickory, NC —Hickory, NC
- $41,379.17 - $53,792.92 a year
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Construction site
- Basic math
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Heavy Equipment Operator - Hickory, NC
The Caton Companies —Hickory, NC
- Overtime
- Construction site
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
Thalle Construction Company —North Carolina
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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2d
Water Treatment Plant Operator 1
City of Hickory, NC —Hickory, NC
- $41,379.17 - $53,792.92 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Basic math
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Local CDL Driver
Southern Concrete Materials, Inc —Hickory, NC
- $25.50 - $29.00 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- CDL B
- Construction site
- Customer service
- Paid holidays
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Equipment Operator (Solid Waste)
City of Hickory, NC —Hickory, NC
- $41,379.17 - $53,792.92 a year
- Overtime
- CDL B
- 18 years or older
- Clean driving record
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Dump Truck Driver / Laborer
Huffman Grading Co., Inc. —Hickory, NC
- $20 - $30 an hour
- Urgently hiring
- CDL B
- CDL A
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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2d
Day shift Chip Yard Operator (12 Hour Schedule)
Profile Products LLC —Conover, NC
- $23 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Entry level
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HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR - PART TIME
Lincoln County, NC —Lincoln County, NC
- $19.92 - $20.92 an hour
- Part-time
- CDL B
- High school
- Customer service
Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator-Henry Fork
City of Hickory, NC —Hickory, NC
- $41,379.17 - $53,792.92 a year
- Full-time
- Laboratory
- 18 years or older
- Clean driving record
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
2d
Equipment Operator
Arhaus LLC —Conover, NC
- Overtime
- Computer literacy
- Forklift
- High school diploma or GED
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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SKID STEER OPERATOR
Vanguard Furniture Co Inc —Morganton, NC
- Weekends as needed
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
Bridges and Structures -Crane Operator
Smith Rowe, LLC —Hickory, NC
- Overtime
- 18 years or older
- Construction site
- 5 years
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance

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Heavy Equipment Operator

Preston Contractors, Inc
Morganton, NC

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Job Details

Full-time
$24 - $28 an hour
1 day ago

Benefits

Profit sharing
Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Vision insurance
Opportunities for advancement
Life insurance

Qualifications

Heavy equipment mechanics
Teamwork
Site preparation excavation
Pre-trip inspection protocols
Bulldozers
Visual crane signals
CDL
GPS
Construction equipment servicing
Construction plans
Attention to detail
Blueprint dimension interpretation
Construction machinery maintenance
Mechanical excavators
Trimble
Safety standard operating procedures
Construction grading

Full Job Description

Heavy Equipment Operators

Preston Contractors is looking for heavy equipment operators with strengths in running a GPS Dozer, and Production Excavators. This position will require strong heavy equipment skills, experience with grading/earthmoving, and proficiency with GPS machine control systems (like Trimble/Topcon) for precise work, plus site safety knowledge. Applicant must have proven experience in operating dozers, understanding site plans, attention to detail, and communication for accurate, efficient project completion in construction, mining, or land development.

Responsibilities:

Operates equipment including excavator, dozer, backhoe and other heavy equipment.
Performs routine daily maintenance on all trucks, trailers and heavy equipment, including fueling, servicing and minor mechanical repairs.
Prepares daily reports of equipment hours, inventory and fuel used. Communicate with Mechanics for truck and equipment repair.
Coordinate with crew members in response to hand and/or audio signals.

Heavy Equipment Operator Requirements:

Core Qualifications & Skills

Heavy Equipment Experience: Proven hands-on operation of bulldozers and similar heavy machinery.
GPS Machine Control: Familiarity with GPS systems (Trimble, Topcon) for grading and earthmoving.
Grading & Earthmoving: Understanding of site plans, blueprints, and precise cut/fill operations.
Mechanical Aptitude: Ability to perform pre-op checks, basic maintenance, and troubleshoot equipment.
Safety: Knowledge of site safety protocols.
Soft Skills: Strong hand-eye coordination, attention to detail, communication, and teamwork.
MUST have 1-4+ years experience operating Bulldozers and Excavators.
Proficient in rock breaking, lot clearing, pad building, grading.
Ability to read and interpret plans.
A proven safety record.
Must have experience performing pre-trip inspections and day to day maintenance on Heavy Equipment.
Valid Driver's License. CDL not required but it might be helpful.
Follow all company safety policies including taking specific action to avoid other workers, other equipment, and potential obstructions and marked or unmarked utility lines.

*Competitive Pay- Company paid medical insurance- Company paid assistance on dental and vision insurance- Company profit sharing plan- Vacation & holiday pay- Advancement opportunities

MCI Group /Preston Contractors is an equal opportunity employer

Pay: $24.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

Will you be able to work the required 40 hours (and possibly overtime) each week?

Experience:

Dozer: 2 years (Required)
Excavator: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

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equipment operator jobs in hickory nc

Heavy Equipment Operator

Asphalt Paver Operator

Heavy Equipment Operator (Marshall Steam Station)

Articulated Haul Truck Driver (Marshall Steam Station)

Dozer Operator

Machine Operator | Starting at $24.34

Track Hoe Operator

Heavy Equipment Operator (Street)

Heavy Equipment Operator - Hickory, NC

Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

Water Treatment Plant Operator 1

Local CDL Driver

Equipment Operator (Solid Waste)

Dump Truck Driver / Laborer

Day shift Chip Yard Operator (12 Hour Schedule)

HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR - PART TIME

Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator-Henry Fork

Equipment Operator

SKID STEER OPERATOR

Bridges and Structures -Crane Operator

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