Heavy Equipment Operator
Carver Companies
Pioneers integrated solutions across construction, maritime and materials on land and sea.
Operate heavy equipment safely, manage cargo transloading, maintain equipment.
23 days ago ago
$25 - $33
Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
North Charleston, SC
Field
Company Size
560 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Project Management
Engineering
Consulting
Property Development
Design
Turnkey
General Contractor
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Infrastructure
Buildings
Marine
Transport
Utilities
Energy
Water Resources
Role
Description
equipment operation
safety reporting
pre‑job inspection
equipment maintenance
transloading
safety compliance
- Report any unsafe operations or behaviors to the production manager.
- Operate equipment under varying conditions, adjusting controls as necessary.
- Ensure the safe and efficient operation of heavy equipment.
- Maintain a safe and healthy work environment by adhering to safety standards and company policies.
- Conduct pre-job inspections and regular maintenance of equipment.
- Engage in continuous learning and training opportunities.
- Work in varying weather conditions and at different elevations.
- Manage the transloading of cargoes and commodities securely.
Requirements
driver license
twic
rig operations
heavy equipment
stevedoring
high school
- Flexibility to work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain a TWIC card.
- Knowledge of rig operations and maintenance.
- Must pass pre-employment drug screening, physical, and background check.
- Proficiency in operating heavy equipment.
- Experience in stevedoring is advantageous.
- Physically demanding role requiring climbing, lifting (over 50 lbs. occasionally), and other physical activities.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Mandatory use of personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hats, safety vests, gloves, and steel-toe boots.
- Rotational shift work required, often exceeding twelve hours per day.
- Work independently, following instructions and completing tasks with minimal supervision.
- Teamwork skills and at least 1 year of experience in a similar role, preferably in an industrial setting.
- Exposure to moderate to high noise levels.
Benefits
- Paid time off and holiday benefits.
- Company-paid life insurance and long-term disability plans.
- Comprehensive medical insurance.
- Opportunities for employee investment with Carver Group Ventures.
- Optional dental, vision, additional life, and AFLAC plans available.
- Career development opportunities.
- Competitive hourly rate $25-$33/hr based on qualifications and experience.
- Overtime pay (time and a half) after 40 hours per week.
- Robust 401k retirement savings plan with up to 8% match.
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
- must pass pre-employment drug screening, physical, and background check.
Company
Overview
36 Years
In Business
Established in 1989, the company has grown significantly over three decades.
$750M
Annual Revenue
Generated $750 million in annual revenue as of mid-2025, driving major expansions.
$13M
Pier Upgrade
Invested $13 million in upgrading the Charleston pier facilities.
100+
Industrial Pieces
Transports over 100 oversized industrial pieces annually via barge.
- Grew into a powerhouse across land and sea.
- Owns and runs the Port of Coeymans, assembling massive bridge spans and overseeing complex marine logistics.
- Typical projects include public works like rail-bridge staging, emergency infrastructure repairs, and port cargo handling.
- Handles water, sewer, and storm lines, earthmoving, dredging, quarrying, and aggregate supply along the East Coast and Canada.
- Preferred by contractors for staging and transporting oversized industrial pieces across waterways.
- Blends construction site expertise with maritime capabilities in-house, eliminating the need for external subcontractors.
Culture + Values
- Cultivating kindness and compassion
- Always practicing honesty and integrity
- Emphasizing a diverse workplace culture
- Valuing every individual’s talents
- Fueling passion for our roles
- Giving back to our community
- Work smart, work safe, stay focused, be team-oriented and take pride in their work
- Safety, respect, accountability, hard work, teamwork, and never saying no to challenging projects
- Family-owned atmosphere where all employees feel part of the family
- “We do what we say, quickly, safely, and efficiently. We do things right the first time and are never afraid to take on new challenges.”
Environment + Sustainability
90% Recycled
Fabric Scrap Recycling
The company recycles cutting-waste fabrics to reduce landfill waste.
100% Packaging Recycled
Packaging Materials Recycling
All received packaging materials, boxes, and shipping items are recycled.
50% Less Waste
Employee Household Waste Reduction
Encouraging employees to recycle reduces household refuse by over 50%.
- Comply with governmental environmental rules, regulations, and permit requirements
- Conduct operations in a way that is protective of the environment by reusing and recycling materials, minimizing waste and assisting customers to efficiently achieve their goals
- Be a responsible neighbor in the communities in which they operate
- Obtain and maintain the necessary permits to operate
Inclusion & Diversity
- Emphasizing a diverse workplace culture
- Strive to inspire our diverse, well‑rounded workforce and management team to always perform at the highest levels of safety and professionalism
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