Heavy Equipment Operator

Compensation $20.00 - $25.00/hour

Job Description

• Position Title: Heavy Equipment Operator
• Company Name: Palmetto Site Construction
• Pay Range: $20–$25 per hour, plus performance and year-end bonuses
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Location: Abbeville, SC
• Industry: Civil Construction / Utilities / Sitework

Palmetto Site Construction is hiring a skilled Heavy Equipment Operator to support our Field Operations team. In this full-time, on-site role, you'll operate key machinery including dozers, excavators, and skid steers to complete residential, commercial, and industrial sitework projects. If you take pride in precision and performance, and enjoy working in a team-oriented environment, we want to hear from you.

Palmetto Site Construction is a family-oriented civil contractor focused on utilities and sitework across a variety of sectors. We believe in working hard, staying local, and rewarding dedication. With projects close to home, you're home every night—and with frequent bonuses, company events, and growth opportunities, your work truly pays off.

• Safely and efficiently operate heavy equipment including dozers, excavators, and skid steers
• Assist with site preparation, grading, trenching, back filling, and other essential construction tasks
• Follow site plans and directions from foremen and supervisors
• Conduct daily maintenance checks and report any equipment issues
• Support the team with general labor when not operating machinery
• Maintain a clean and safe job site at all times

• Minimum 2 years of experience operating dozers, excavators, and skid steers
• Ability to understand job site instructions and work independently or with a crew
• Strong work ethic, punctuality, and willingness to learn
• Safety-first mindset and familiarity with basic construction site protocols
• No specific certifications required

• Performance Bonuses for job completions
• Year-End Bonuses
• Bi-weekly Pay Cycle
• Retirement Savings Program
• Paid Time Off – including Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Days
• Referral Bonus Program
• Company Events, Annual Trips & Employee Prizes
• Work-Life Balance – Local projects with home-time every night

Full-Time

Monday to Friday, with availability for weekend work and overtime as needed

Onsite – Local Projects

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

A background check will be completed as part of the onboarding process, in compliance with applicable laws.