Heavy Equipment Operator

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionQLM is hiring experienced Heavy Equipment Operators for civil construction projects across the Carolinas. Candidates must have 5+ years of experience in mass earthwork, highway, commercial, or industrial site development. We are specifically seeking operators skilled in excavators, GPS-enabled dozers, loading trucks, and main line pipe installation.
Key Responsibilities:

• Operate heavy equipment including:
  • Excavators (CAT 349, 335, 330) – with or without GPS
  • Dozers (D6, D5, D4) – with or without GPS
  • Loading trucks
  • Main line pipe installation equipment
• Perform site preparation, grading, trenching, and excavation for utility and infrastructure projects.
• Follow site plans, grade stakes, and GPS systems to ensure precision and efficiency.
• Conduct daily equipment inspections and report maintenance needs.
• Work closely with foremen and superintendents to meet project goals and timelines.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment, adhering to OSHA standards.
• Assist with general labor and site tasks as needed.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of experience operating heavy equipment in civil construction.
• Proficiency in mass earthwork, grading, trenching, and utility installation.
• Experience on highway, commercial, or industrial development projects.
• OSHA 10 certification required.
• Equipment-specific certifications are a major plus.
• Ability to read and follow site plans and GPS grading systems.
• Strong safety record and commitment to job site protocols.
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel between Charleston and Columbia.

Quality Labor Management (QLM) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to , , , , transgender status or , , , , , genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. The Company complies with applicable Federal state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.