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PSW Grading - Operator
full-time•Stanley
About this role
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Our most valuable asset is our people. We provide highly skilled and extensively trained personnel to all projects. Safety, quality and character are core values in our people and what we do.
General Description
The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for safely and efficiently operating heavy machinery on construction sites. This role includes performing grading, excavation, material movement, and site preparation while ensuring compliance with safety regulations and project specifications. The Heavy Equipment Operator may perform a variety of tasks and transition between different duties as project needs require.
Key Duties
Equipment Operation & Maintenance:
- Safely operate dozers, excavators, loaders, backhoes, and other heavy equipment.
- Perform daily safety checks and inspections for leaks, damage, and proper functionality.
- Responsible for daily maintenance of equipment, including fueling and lubrication.
- Monitor and adjust engine gauges, control wheels, handles, and pedals to operate machinery efficiently.
- Keep equipment clean and well-maintained for optimal performance.
Site Work & Project Execution:
- Level material, move rock or debris, and grade slopes as required.
- Drive dozers in successive passes to achieve specified grades.
- Understand and interpret production and quantity requirements to meet project deadlines.
- Perform incidental duties within other construction crafts as needed.
Safety & Communication:
- Demonstrate a safety-first mindset at all times.
- Report any equipment issues or necessary repairs to the supervisor immediately.
- Communicate professionally with supervisors, teammates, contractors, clients, and vendors.
- Follow directions from the foreman or superintendent to ensure job accuracy.
Qualification Requirements
Education & Experience:
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- 3–5 years of experience as a Heavy Equipment Operator or in a related role.
- Ability to understand work directions and communicate effectively with supervisors and team members.
Skills & Competencies:
- Proficiency in operating and maneuvering heavy equipment in various terrain conditions.
- Strong knowledge of construction site safety procedures.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Physical Demands
- Frequent standing, bending, stooping, and crouching for extended periods.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs frequently and up to 150 lbs with assistance.
- Maintain constant awareness of job site activities and moving equipment.
- Walk on uneven terrain in varying weather conditions.
- Safely climb on and off heavy mobile equipment as needed.
Work Environment
- Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Exposure to high noise levels, grease, dust, and construction debris.
- Regular work near heavy equipment and moving machinery.
- Possible exposure to form oil, grease, curing compounds, gasoline, diesel fuel, and asphalt.
What’s In It For Me:
- Access to competitively priced, high-quality health care options through Aetna, MetLife and EyeMed, along with employer-paid ST and LT disability, basic life and AD&D insurance (including employee-paid life, Legal Resources, and Aflac supplemental options)
- Plan for the future by investing in a 401(K), with up to $5K employer match, invest even more with our Health Savings Account (HSA)
- 12 weeks of paid maternity leave through our Short-Term Disability Plan
- Receive well-rounded wellness benefits, including free and low-cost mental health resources and support services through our Employee Assistance Program
- Rest and relax with our paid time off policy that increases with tenure
- Protect yourself from identity theft or travel mishaps with our no-cost coverage
- Get access to your paycheck early with an advanced pay option through Dayforce Wallet
What you'll do
- The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for safely and efficiently operating heavy machinery on construction sites, including grading, excavation, and site preparation. They must ensure compliance with safety regulations and project specifications while performing various tasks as project needs require.
About Stanley Martin Homes
Welcome to Stanley Martin Homes!
At Stanley Martin Homes, we take pride in designing and building new homes. We have a passion for creating beautiful home exteriors, engineering money saving homes, designing functional floor plans, and providing outstanding customer service.
In addition to building new homes and neighborhoods, we also have an important role to invest in and give back to the communities in which we do business. In focusing on these aspects, we feel that we have a positive impact on the lives of our customers, trade partners, and employees.
Our four core values define how we build our business and our customers' homes: Our team makes a difference, we are homebuyer focused, we have a passion for excellence, and we do the right thing.
It is because of our commitment to outstanding homes and our focus on corporate social responsibility as to why over 15,000 families have chosen to live in Stanley Martin communities throughout Northern Virginia, Maryland, Charlottesville, Richmond, Raleigh, Georgia, the Carolinas and Florida.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a PSW Grading - Operator do at Stanley Martin Homes?
As a PSW Grading - Operator at Stanley Martin Homes, you will: the Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for safely and efficiently operating heavy machinery on construction sites, including grading, excavation, and site preparation. They must ensure compliance with safety regulations and project specifications while performing various tasks as project needs require..
Is the PSW Grading - Operator position at Stanley Martin Homes remote?
The PSW Grading - Operator position at Stanley Martin Homes is based in Stanley, North Carolina, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
How do I apply for the PSW Grading - Operator position at Stanley Martin Homes?
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