- Salary
- $19+
- Location
- Aberdeen, NC, US
- Education
- High School
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- iCIMS
Description
Overview
Thank you for your interest in FlatironDragados! Please make sure you visit our US Open Office.
Employment applications will be available at the front and a drop box will be available in the lobby for you to submit your application. Our office is located at 2656 NC-5, Aberdeen, NC 28315. We look forward to reviewing your application!
Click here to find out how Tim grew from an Equipment Operator into a Grade Foreman.
What you will be doing
The Wheel Loader Operator is responsible for the safe, efficient, and precise operation of wheel loaders on heavy civil and highway construction projects. This role supports earthwork, grading, paving, utilities, and material handling operations while maintaining productivity, safety, and equipment integrity in accordance with company standards.
- Operate wheel loaders to load, transport, and stockpile materials such as aggregate, asphalt, soil, concrete, and debris
- Support grading, excavation, embankment, backfill, and paving operations
- Maintain safe working distances from personnel, traffic, and other equipment
- Perform daily equipment inspections and complete required documentation
- Identify and report mechanical issues or maintenance needs promptly
- Ensure proper material handling methods
- Communicate effectively with foremen, supervisors, truck drivers, and ground personnel
- Cleans and maintains equipment, making basic repairs as necessary.
- Moves levers, pushes pedals, or turn valves to control equipment. Drives and maneuver equipment.
- Coordinates machine actions with crew members using hand or audio signals.
- Maintains knowledge of Company’s values and strategic plan.
- Performs additional assignments per management’s direction.
What we are looking for
- High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Experience with construction equipment preferred.
- Knowledge of equipment operation, load limits, and stability principles
Why work for us
Some of the benefits you may be eligible for as an employee are:
- Comprehensive compensation package and paid time off program
- Industry leading 401(k)/RRSP
- Medical/Extended Health Care, Dental, Vision and/or Provincial Medical
- Wellness benefits & Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
We are an EEO/ADA/Veterans employer.
