Heavy Equipment Operator II at Knights Companies Inc

Ridgeville, South Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Aug, 26

Salary

26.0

Posted On

21 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Front-end Loader Operation, Heavy Equipment Operation, MSHA Compliance, OSHA Compliance, Preventive Maintenance, Equipment Troubleshooting, Site Preparation, Material Handling, Safety Management, Excavation, Leveling, Dust Control

Industry

Construction

Description

Description This position is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of heavy equipment, with advanced skill in operating a front-end loader for mining activities. This role supports continuous material flow by loading, hauling, and stockpiling raw materials, as well as feeding crushers, hoppers, and conveyors. The Level II Operator ensures optimal production efficiency, maintains pit and stockpile areas, and upholds strict safety and environmental standards. Essential Functions: Maintain full compliance with all company safety policies, MSHA/OSHA regulations, and environmental standards. Contribute to a positive, team-oriented culture while upholding the company’s core values. Consistently use required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Immediately report and address any safety-related concerns with the supervisor or lead personnel. Complete all assigned safety training on time. Efficiently operate a front-end loader to load, transport, and stockpile raw materials (rock, aggregates, sand, fly ash) and finished products. Support plant operations by feeding crushers, hoppers, and conveyors with consistent material flow. Maintain pit areas and stockpile yards to ensure safe and efficient traffic flow. Operate additional heavy equipment (bulldozers, excavators, graders, scrapers, forklifts, cranes, and water trucks) as needed. Operate water truck to control dust or achieve proper moisture levels for compacted fills. Direct and ensure truck drivers dump materials into proper pits. Assist with site preparation, including excavation, leveling, and clearing. Conduct daily equipment inspections and complete required checklists. Perform routine preventive maintenance such as fueling, lubrication, and minor repairs. Identify mechanical issues and report them to maintenance personnel. Assist with general maintenance around plant and pit areas, including shoveling, greasing, cleaning pits, and maintaining reclaimers. Load ice into mixer trucks during summer months as required. Perform other duties as assigned. Requirements Minimum Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent. 2–4 years of front-end loader operating experience in mining, industrial, or construction environments. Demonstrated proficiency in front-end loader operations. MSHA or OSHA training certification preferred (or ability to obtain). Basic mechanical knowledge for equipment troubleshooting. Strong communication and teamwork skills. Physical Requirements: Ability to sit, climb, and operate heavy equipment for extended periods. Ability to life up to 50 lbs regularly; occasionally lifting heavier loads with assistance. Ability to climb, stoop, bend, squat, lift, stretch, push, pull, twist, kneel, stand, walk, sit, and reach. Ability to work in uneven terrain, pits, and stockpile areas. Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, dust). Ability to work a flexible schedule and overtime as needed EOE

Responsibilities

Responsible for the safe operation of front-end loaders and other heavy equipment to support material flow in mining activities. Duties include loading raw materials, feeding crushers, and maintaining pit and stockpile areas while adhering to safety standards.