Fountain Electric & Services is hiring: Equipment Operator in Spindale

Equipment Operator

Fountain Services, LLC (https://fountainelectric.com/) is seeking qualified and experienced equipment operators!

Fountain is an established industry leader in the electrical trade with offices in Spindale, Charlotte, Hickory, and Asheville, in North Carolina, and in Greenville, South Carolina. We serve customers and projects spread across the western, piedmont, and metrolina regions of North Carolina, and the upstate of South Carolina. Over the course of our 75-year history, we have built our reputation as a company focused on the training, development, and personal growth of our workforce. We are seeking candidates with a commitment and desire to continue their own career development, and who are a fit for a company culture based upon core values of honesty and integrity, mutual respect, pursuit of excellence, and personal accountability.

If this describes you, we want to help you maximize your potential. We offer competitive pay, and full benefits after a 90-day introductory period.

Minimum Experience Required for Equipment Operator

Candidates should have a minimum of five (5) years of experience in the operation of equipment such as excavators, mini-excavators, skid-steers, trenchers, and tamps in a commercial construction setting. Electrical experience is preferred.

Job Description for Equipment Operator

Equipment Operators work in teams as a part of our construction services division based in our Spindale, NC headquarters office. This division provides support to commercial construction projects across our entire service area. Operators are expected to operate equipment associated with the installation of underground electrical service and duct bank, and also perform other tasks associated with such work, as well as general construction tasks.

Expectations and Skills for Equipment Operator

• Safe and proficient equipment operation
• Electrical and/or general commercial construction
• Care and maintenance of tools and equipment
• Following direction and attention to detail
• Planning and organization
• Ability to read, understand, and follow construction documents

Additional Requirements for Equipment Operator

• High School diploma or GED
• Mandatory drug screen
• Satisfactory performance on a company-administered skills assessment
• Valid driver’s license with clean record (verified by DMV record check) – CDL preferred
• Relevant trainings and certifications preferred, including minimum OSHA 10
• Permanent residence within thirty (30) minutes of our Spindale office