About the role
Compensation: $30-$34 per hour
Heavy Equipment Operator
Charlotte, North Carolina
- Build Something That Matters. Not Just Another Job.
- Lighting Maintenance Inc. (LMI) is looking for an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator to join our growing Construction Department serving Charlotte and surrounding areas throughout North Carolina.
- If you're looking for a job where you sit in a machine all day, this isn't it.
- We're looking for a construction professional who can confidently operate heavy equipment when needed, but isn't afraid to climb out of the cab, grab a shovel, help the crew, install conduit, set poles, pull wire, pour concrete, or do whatever it takes to finish the job safely and on schedule.
- We hire team players, not people who say, "That's not my job."
Equipment You'll Operate
Skid steers
Excavators
Digger derricks
Cranes
Trenchers
Mini excavators
Forklifts and telehandlers
Other construction equipment as needed
What You'll Be Doing
Excavating trenches and foundations
- Setting light poles and concrete bases
- Operating digger derricks and cranes to unload and install poles
- Backfilling, grading, and site restoration
- Assisting with underground electrical installations
- Loading, unloading, and transporting materials and equipment
- Performing daily equipment inspections and basic preventive maintenance
- Working alongside electricians and construction crews to complete projects safely and efficiently
- Traveling to projects throughout North Carolina as required
What We're Looking For
- Experience operating multiple types of heavy construction equipment
- Safe, productive operator with a strong work ethic
- Willingness to perform physical construction work when equipment isn't needed
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
- Strong attention to safety and quality
Dependable, punctual, and team-oriented
Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
CDL is a strong plus and may be required depending on the assignment
Why Join LMI?
We're growing, investing in our people, and building one of the premier outdoor electrical construction companies in the Southeast. This is not a dead-end operator position. As we continue to expand throughout North Carolina and neighboring states, there are opportunities to advance into equipment leadership, foreman, superintendent, and project management roles for people who demonstrate the right attitude, work ethic, and leadership.
If you're the type of person who enjoys building projects, operating great equipment, working with a strong crew, and taking pride in seeing a job completed the right way, we'd like to talk with you.
Compensation
$30 to $40 per hour (based on experience)
Benefits
- Competitive benefits package, paid time off, holidays, retirement plan, training, and advancement opportunities.
- If you're looking for a career—not just another equipment operator job—apply today and help us build something exceptional.
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision Care Plan
Prescription drug coverage
Disability benefits (Employer-paid)
Life insurance and AD&D (Employer-paid)
Paid holidays
PTO
401k
LMI is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Benefits
401(k)
401(k) matching
AD&D insurance
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Military leave
Paid time off
Parental leave
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance