SKILLBRIDGE.MIL DATALAST SYNC 2026-07-24
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Programs / The Beaver Excavating Co.
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Construction Equipment Operator

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Program summary

The Equipment Operator will operate heavy machinery for construction, demolition, and/or excavation projects. This position plays a crucial role in ensuring the safety and efficiency of our construction sites located in our Southeast Region, in/near Raleigh, North Carolina.

Roles & job description

Main Job Tasks & Responsibilities:Identify and promptly address construction hazards, adhering to all safe operating practices to ensure a secure work environment.Conduct daily inspections of equipment to ensure proper functionality and safety compliance.Proficiently operate a variety of heavy equipment, including but not limited to: dozers, excavators, rollers, loaders, CTLs, skid steer, scrapers, and haul trucks.Safely control traffic near, in, or around work zones to safeguard workers and the public.Collaborate effectively within a team while also demonstrating the ability to work independently.Other tasks as assigned.Skills & Requirements:Ability to identify and address unsafe conditions promptly.Must be able to pass a drug screening.Exhibit a high level of dependability, ensuring consistent attendance and punctuality.Maintain a safe working environment, working steadily to produce quality results.Ability to adapt to flexible work schedule, including overtime and weekend work as needed.Ability to work outdoors in various environmental conditions doing strenuous physical activity.Physical Demands:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel. The employee must be able to lift heavy materials/items. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The employee must have the ability to work comfortably and safely at heights on all types of structures and must wear the appropriate personal protective equipment provided by the company. The workplace is an outdoor construction project site with possible exposure to extreme weather conditions, dust, pollen, insects, and chemicals. The employee may be exposed to concrete dusty inclement weather conditions, extreme heat, noise, vibrations, and a variety of petroleum products.

Eligibility notes

At least one year of construction experience preferred.

Additional notes

N/A

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Interview prep for this program
Ask them
  • ▸ "How many of your past SkillBridge interns received full-time offers?" — a serious program knows the number.
  • ▸ "Who will my day-to-day mentor be, and what does week one look like?"
  • ▸ "The listing says 151 - 180 days — can that flex to my approved window if my command shortens it?"
  • ▸ "Is relocation expected for a full-time offer, or can I convert where I am?"
  • ▸ Confirm the eligibility notes above — ask exactly what they need from you and when.
Bring to the conversation
  • ✓ Your projected start window and separation date (from your profile)
  • ✓ Your command's approval status — even "packet drafted" signals you're serious
  • ✓ Your civilian-translated resume bullets (generate them here)
  • ✓ A written training-plan ask — you'll need it for your packet anyway
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