Heavy Equipment Machine Handler

CK Contractors and Development LLC’s roots date back to 1966, and during the past 60 years, our team has been developing properties throughout the Southeast, earning the distinction of being one of the leading construction site development contractors. Are you looking to join a great team as we expand our site development offerings? This position does not offer per diem, travel pay, or lodging. Current job sites are located in the Savannah, GA and Midway, GA areas, and applicants must be able to reliably commute to these locations. The Grading Operator is a non-exempt position responsible for operating and maintaining various heavy equipment such as a bulldozer, excavator, roller, and backhoe for the purpose of site grading. Operate and maintain various heavy equipment such as bulldozers, skid steers, excavators, rollers, backhoes, off road trucks, motor graders, etc. May perform fine or rough grading. Read plans on site and check grade according to site plan. Coordinate machine actions with other activities, positioning or moving loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members. Take action to avoid potential hazards or obstructions, such as utility lines, other equipment, other workers, or falling objects. Check fuel supplies at sites to ensure adequate availability. Monitor operations to ensure that health and safety standards are met. Responsible for pre and post checks of equipment, daily maintenance and keeping the equipment clean and ready for daily operation. Keep records or material or equipment usage or problems encountered. Acceptance of overtime assignments will also be required based on operational needs. The ideal candidate will have 2 or more years of site grading experience. Demonstrated ability to operate various grading equipment. Must demonstrate excellent safety awareness, and a willingness to comply with company policies and safety standards. Effective communication with other operators, truck drivers and general laborers is critical, both verbally and nonverbally; Must have reliable transportation to be at work when scheduled and have the ability to travel. Periodic evenings, nights, weekends, and overtime hours are expected. Continuous mental and visual attention is necessary to safely and effectively complete work tasks. Able to climb on and off equipment several times throughout the day while maintaining three (3) points of contact. Work may be performed in an environment with exposure to extremely hot materials, fuel fumes, vapors, dust, grease and oils, as well as loud and/or constant noise and exposure to moving equipment. The normal work hours for this position are Monday – Friday, 7:00am – 5:30pm, with some required overtime on Saturday. We provide a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive health insurance, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, and a 401(k) retirement savings plan. In addition to financial security, we prioritize the well-being of our team members by offering paid time off, paid holidays, a safe work environment, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Employees are expected to follow all OSHA and company policies to minimize accidents and injuries to personnel and property. Job sites are located within a 70 mile radius of the greater Savannah area. By applying for this job opening, you acknowledge our operation radius and understand your commute could reach up to one (1) hour. Teammates are asked to move job sites as project needs change. expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran