Heavy Equipment Operator at EarthCo Construction – Johns Island, South Carolina

Job Overview

• Company: EarthCo Construction
• Salary/Pay Rate: $25 to $32+ per hour plus Fixed Bonus
• Location: Johns Island, SC / Tri-County Area
• Job/Employment Type: Full Time
• Project Scope: Commercial, Industrial, Government, or Federal
• Mandatory Licences & Certifications: None Required

The Opportunity You will serve as a vital member of our field operations team, playing a key role in delivering high-quality civil and heavy construction projects. This role offers the unique chance to see projects through from start to finish within a close-knit, family-oriented environment. You will have the stability of working on consistent sites while contributing to the growth of a company that prioritizes long-term relationships.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Operate and maintain heavy equipment, including bulldozers, excavators, and motor graders, to execute precise site grading and excavation.
• Execute complex earth-moving tasks in strict accordance with project specifications for commercial and federal developments.
• Coordinate with site supervisors to ensure daily production goals are met while maintaining the highest standards of quality.
• Inspect machinery daily to ensure operational safety and perform routine maintenance to prevent project downtime.
• Implement site safety protocols and OSHA standards to ensure a secure working environment for the entire field crew.
• Collaborate with a dedicated team to manage project lifecycles, ensuring you remain on a single site until completion.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience operating heavy machinery such as bulldozers, excavators, and motor graders.
• Strong work ethic and a desire to grow professionally within a dedicated civil construction team.
• Ability to work effectively in an onsite, field-based environment.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• At least 1 year of related work experience in civil or heavy construction.
• Demonstrated ability to perform basic equipment maintenance and troubleshooting in the field.
• Familiarity with commercial, industrial, or federal project site requirements.

Compensation & Benefits

• Weekly pay cycle with overtime potential and fixed bonus opportunities.
• 401(k) retirement savings program with employer matching.
• Comprehensive paid time off, including holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• Access to training and certifications, including OSHA, Fall Protection, and manufacturer-specific training.
• Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates and a referral bonus program.
• Regular company events and a supportive, small-business work culture.

About Us EarthCo Construction is a civil and heavy construction firm focused on quality and building lasting relationships with General Contractors and Developers. We maintain a family feel by staying under 75 employees, ensuring every team member is a name, not a number.

Learn more at https://earthcousa.com/

EarthCo Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.