Sundt Construction
Specializes in construction, engineering, and project management across various sectors.
Safely operate forklifts for construction/warehouse, maintain equipment and ensure site safety.
14 hours ago
Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Eastover, South Carolina, United States
Onsite
Company Size
1,500 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Project Management
Engineering
Design-Build
General Contractor
Preconstruction Services
Sustainability
Turnkey Construction
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Heavy Industrial
Renewables and Solar
Transportation and Infrastructure
Water
Mining
Power
Aviation
Role
Description
materials management
process improvement
work inspection
drawing interpretation
safety compliance
forklift operation
The role’s job summary: safely operate a forklift in construction or warehouse settings, conducting preventative maintenance and pre‑shift inspections to ensure safe equipment operation.
- Maintain positive working relationships with crew members.
- Produce high‑quality, safe, and productive work.
- Ensure all materials, tools, equipment, and information are available for tasks.
- Identify and implement improvements in methods and share knowledge with others.
- Inspect subordinates’ work for accuracy, compliance, and take corrective action as needed.
- Eliminate waste such as waiting, rework, unnecessary transport, storage and time.
- Read and interpret drawings, specifications, safety and quality standards; use trade tools effectively.
- Follow all safety standards and procedures; operate in safety‑sensitive environments.
- Participate in Employee Stock Ownership Plan and 401(k) retirement programs.
- Take advantage of educational assistance, employee‑owner perks, and Sundt Foundation charitable program.
Requirements
preventative maintenance
heavy equipment
construction experience
communication
shift work
ppe
Physical demands include up to 12‑hour shifts, climbing ladders or scaffolds, lifting up to 50 lb, frequent use of hands, wearing required PPE, and working in varying temperatures and confined spaces.
- Perform high‑proficiency preventative maintenance on equipment.
- Possess ≥3 years (Level I) up to ≥6 years (Level III) experience in industrial/commercial construction and heavy equipment operation.
- Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
- Work up to 12‑hour shifts, climb ladders/scaffolds, lift/push/pull up to 50 lb, and wear required PPE.
Benefits
Sundt builds long‑term prosperity for clients, communities and employee‑owners, providing competitive pay, industry‑leading benefits such as 401(k), ESOP, incentive programs, and training focused on personal and professional growth; the company is driven by skill, grit and purpose.
- Receive market‑competitive weekly salary and bonus eligibility based on performance.
- Access industry‑leading health coverage starting day 1, plus medical, HSA, and wellness credits.
- Utilize Flexible Time Off, sick leave, paid time off, and flexible spending accounts.
- Benefit from employee assistance, workplace wellness, mental health, life and disability insurance.
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
Founded 1914
Year Established
The company was established in 1914, marking over a century of construction expertise.
- Specializes in a broad range of projects, from buildings to infrastructure and energy.
- Handles large-scale and complex projects with financial stability and growth.
- Notable projects include transportation infrastructure, energy facilities, and high-rise buildings.
- Strong presence in both private and public sector construction, focusing on innovation and efficiency.
- Diverse portfolio includes significant work in industrial, commercial, and residential sectors.
- Excels in delivering challenging projects on time and within budget, building long-term client relationships.
Culture + Values
Ranked Twice
Nation's Safest Construction Company
Recognized by the Associated General Contractors of America for prioritizing safety above all else.
100% Owned
Employee-Owned Company
A company where every employee is an owner, fostering a culture of shared success and responsibility.
- Integrity: Our business is built on integrity, fairness and honesty—qualities at the foundation of every project. We say what we are going to do, and we do it.
- Quality: We are relentlessly focused on executing to the highest standards for our clients and communities. We give our very best on every task we perform.
- Accountability: We guide our business with clear communication, expectations and data-driven decisions. We understand how our actions affect the company’s future, and we take ownership of our successes and our failures.
- Service: We go out of our way to advance our profession and improve people’s lives in the communities where we live and work. It is both a responsibility and a privilege to help create a lasting, positive impact.
- Innovation: We strive every day to better our tools, our processes and ourselves to build better. As our clients evolve, we pioneer new approaches to meet and anticipate their needs.
- Mission: Our mission is to be the most skilled builder in America.
- Purpose: Our purpose is to build environments where our clients, employee-owners and communities prosper.
- Prosperity: Prosperity is about making a positive impact on the people we work with, the places we build, and the planet overall.
Environment + Sustainability
50+ employees
Sustainability Experts
Over 50 employees are certified as LEED Accredited Professionals.
#39 ranked
Top Firm Ranking
Ranked 39th in ENR's Top 200 Environmental Firms for 2023.
80% reduction
Power Plant Efficiency
Achieved an 80% reduction in emissions through a power plant upgrade.
50% waste recycled
Sustainable Infrastructure
Recycled at least 50% of waste materials in a Salt Lake City project.
- Net-zero target date not stated publicly.
- Offices in Tempe and Tucson are LEED Gold-certified; Tempe office also holds three Green Globes.
- Envision Qualified through Institute for Sustainable Infrastructure.
- Implemented LED lighting, automated HVAC, eco-friendly fuels, recycling programs, video-conferencing, and alternative-mode commuting incentives.
- Pioneered green building: first LEED Platinum building in Southwest, first Envision Gold public infrastructure in San Francisco.
- Project example: Golden West College LAC designed toward Net Zero Energy, using natural ventilation and solar chimney stacks.
Inclusion & Diversity
48% Spend
SD Airport Project
Significant investment in XBE subcontractors for the San Diego airport project.
38% Across
SoCal Projects
XBE subcontractor participation across $1.4 billion in Southern California projects.
100% Increase
Leadership Development
Doubled female and ethnically diverse participation in leadership programs.
- To build inclusive environments with a diverse workforce where everyone can prosper.
- Dedicated DEI Specialist (Tracy Sanders) and full‑time DEI committee with certified professionals.
- Manager training includes implicit bias, microaggressions, psychological safety, SCARF model.
- Employee resource group established for women in construction.
- Partnerships with CSU, SBDC, NAWIC, and Femineer to promote women and diverse trades in engineering and construction.