Job Description
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Position Title: Foreman/Heavy Equipment Operator
Company Name: Palmetto Site Construction
Pay Range: $25–$35 per hour, plus performance and year-end bonuses
Employment Type: Full-Time
Location: Abbeville, SC
Industry: Civil Construction / Utilities / Sitework
Palmetto Site Construction is seeking experienced Foreman/Heavy Equipment Operators to join our Field Operations team. This full-time, on-site role requires strong leadership, advanced heavy equipment operation skills, and the ability to read civil plans and set grades accurately. The ideal candidate will be able to both lead and work alongside crews to ensure efficient and high-quality completion of residential, commercial, and industrial sitework projects.
Who We Are:Palmetto Site Construction specializes in civil construction, utilities, and sitework across residential, commercial, and industrial projects. We’re a tight-knit team that values hard work, leadership, and integrity. With local projects that get you home every night, plus great performance bonuses and room to grow, Palmetto Site Construction is where careers are built and success is rewarded.
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Key Responsibilities:Operate a variety of heavy equipment including dozers, excavators, skid steers, and loaders
Perform finish grading (not just rough grade)
Read and interpret civil construction plans
Set up and shoot grades accurately, including base and rover work
Utilize GPS systems on equipment; GPS dozer experience is a plus
Lead field crews and mentor junior team members
Collaborate with supervisors and project managers to maintain schedules and quality standards
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized job site
Minimum 5 years of experience in sitework and equipment operation
Proficient in reading civil plans and calculating grades
Skilled in finish grading with heavy equipment
GPS and base/rover experience preferred
Strong leadership and team motivation abilities
CEPSC certification is a plus (not required)
Reliable and able to work Monday–Friday, with weekend and overtime availability as needed
Performance Bonuses at job completions
Year-End Bonuses
Bi-weekly Pay Cycle
Retirement Savings Program
Paid Time Off – Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Days
Referral Bonus Program
Career Development – Apprenticeship and Mentorship Training
Work-Life Balance – Home every night
Company Events, Annual Trips & Prizes
Full-Time
Monday to Friday, with weekend and overtime opportunities
Onsite – Local Projects (Home every night)
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.
Background Check Notice:A background check will be completed as part of the onboarding process, in compliance with applicable laws.
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