Equipment Operator Jobs in North Carolina
Equipment Operator jobs in North Carolina are open across Tarboro, Charlotte, and Dunn and other North Carolina metros, with employers like Vulcan Materials Company, Martin Marietta, and Westinghouse Electric Company hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR
Magnolia NC
SUMMARY: Works in the heavy equipment department. Completes work with survey and grading jobs as directed by the heavy equipment supervisor. With seasonal and work load fluctuations will average approximately 50 hours per week working with the heavy equipment crew.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS REQUIRED:
- Able to operate heavy equipment such as backhoe, bulldozer, excavator, skid loader, etc.
- Assists with grading jobs such as installing pipes, grading around buildings or lagoons, installing erosion control measurements (example: placing rock around building drip edges), etc.
- Perform finished grading around buildings and lagoons, cut waterways in spray fields, dig or clean out ditches, road grading, etc.
- Able to operate dump truck, road tractor and trailer, and obtain CDL’s.
- Experience on farm machinery a plus.
- Assists with surveying including topography, design stakeout, grade checking, and other requirements with company and contract crews.
- Utilize company survey equipment in the performance of duties after appropriate training by the Heavy Equipment Manager. Work practices must emphasize safety, efficiency, and thoroughness.
- Perform at a high level of competence so that other MFV personnel or contractors can depend upon information collected and disseminated to be accurate for use.
REQUIREMENTS
- Willing to learn how to operate multiple types of heavy equipment and/or survey equipment.
- Good attitude / willing to be part of the team, and take pride in quality of work.
- Able to lift up to 70 lbs.
- Work outside through all seasons.
- Work schedule includes early start; often days are longer than 8 hours (as required to complete task).
- Perform other duties as defined by supervisor.
- Current NC CDL Class A Drivers license in good standing.
- One year experience CDL experience and operating Heavy Equipment.
Common survey tasks include: Stakeout grading projects, Set grades, Identify property boundaries and setbacks, Pull tape for measurements, Operate survey equipment (level) – after minimal training from supervisor, Topo land, Holds grade rods/prism.
Common heavy equipment tasks include: Repair and maintenance of roads, and lagoon; Improving drainage around buildings, roads, and spray fields; Repair erosion, Install and maintain drainage pipe.
HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR
Magnolia NC
SUMMARY: Works in the heavy equipment department. Completes work with survey and grading jobs as directed by the heavy equipment supervisor. With seasonal and work load fluctuations will average approximately 50 hours per week working with the heavy equipment crew.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS REQUIRED:
- Able to operate heavy equipment such as backhoe, bulldozer, excavator, skid loader, etc.
- Assists with grading jobs such as installing pipes, grading around buildings or lagoons, installing erosion control measurements (example: placing rock around building drip edges), etc.
- Perform finished grading around buildings and lagoons, cut waterways in spray fields, dig or clean out ditches, road grading, etc.
- Able to operate dump truck, road tractor and trailer, and obtain CDL’s.
- Experience on farm machinery a plus.
- Assists with surveying including topography, design stakeout, grade checking, and other requirements with company and contract crews.
- Utilize company survey equipment in the performance of duties after appropriate training by the Heavy Equipment Manager. Work practices must emphasize safety, efficiency, and thoroughness.
- Perform at a high level of competence so that other MFV personnel or contractors can depend upon information collected and disseminated to be accurate for use.
REQUIREMENTS
- Willing to learn how to operate multiple types of heavy equipment and/or survey equipment.
- Good attitude / willing to be part of the team, and take pride in quality of work.
- Able to lift up to 70 lbs.
- Work outside through all seasons.
- Work schedule includes early start; often days are longer than 8 hours (as required to complete task).
- Perform other duties as defined by supervisor.
- Current NC CDL Class A Drivers license in good standing.
- One year experience CDL experience and operating Heavy Equipment.
Common survey tasks include: Stakeout grading projects, Set grades, Identify property boundaries and setbacks, Pull tape for measurements, Operate survey equipment (level) – after minimal training from supervisor, Topo land, Holds grade rods/prism.
Common heavy equipment tasks include: Repair and maintenance of roads, and lagoon; Improving drainage around buildings, roads, and spray fields; Repair erosion, Install and maintain drainage pipe.
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Equipment Operator Job Market in North Carolina
A snapshot from current North Carolina openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Vulcan Materials Company6
- Martin Marietta4
- Westinghouse Electric Company4
- CMC3
- Conoho Farms3
Top Industries Hiring
- Agriculture & Farming16
- Chemicals & Materials11
- Manufacturing6
- Mining & Natural Resources6
- Aerospace & Defense4
What North Carolina Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in equipment operator jobs across North Carolina.
- Valid commercial driver's license (CDL) Class A or B for relevant equipment
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 construction safety certification
- Proven operating experience with heavy equipment such as excavators, loaders, or bulldozers
- Ability to read grade stakes, blueprints, and site plans
- Physical ability to work outdoors in varied weather and terrain conditions
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
Equipment Operator Jobs in North Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions
How many equipment operator jobs are there in North Carolina?
There are 109+ equipment operator openings in North Carolina on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Tarboro, Charlotte, and Dunn. New positions post regularly as employers across North Carolina hire.
Which North Carolina cities have the most equipment operator jobs?
Tarboro, Charlotte, and Dunn have the most equipment operator openings in North Carolina right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire equipment operators in North Carolina?
Employers hiring equipment operators in North Carolina include Vulcan Materials Company, Martin Marietta, and Westinghouse Electric Company, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote equipment operator jobs in North Carolina?
Yes. About 1% of equipment operator openings tied to North Carolina are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in North Carolina metros.
How do I apply for equipment operator jobs in North Carolina?
You can apply to equipment operator jobs in North Carolina directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred North Carolina location, then apply to each one that fits.
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