03/08/2025
Job Title: Tractor Operator – Construction
Company: IronEarth Construction
Location: Raleigh and Surrounding Areas
Job Type: Full-time
About Us:
IronEarth Construction is a dynamic and innovative sitework construction company. Our team is passionate about delivering high-quality projects while maintaining a commitment to safe practices. We’re looking for a skilled Tractor Operator to join our team and contribute to our growing projects.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a qualified and experienced Tractor Operator with a background in agriculture. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience operating tractors with various types of attachments, as well as expertise in soil analysis, preparing soil for seeding, and collaborating with project teams to ensure smooth operations. This position requires a strong understanding of operating a tractor and agricultural practices.
Key Responsibilities:
• Operate closed cab tractors with various attachments for sitework support, soil preparation, and seed preparation.
• Utilize soil samples to prepare soil for germination of grass.
• Assist in site preparation, including moving earth and materials to designated locations.
• Collaborate with foreman to provide resources such as water tank support, soil drying with disk harrows, lime mixing, site dress-out with drag harrow, seed/lime/fertilizer spreading, straw blowing, clean-up after paving with broom/blade, and general tractor support.
• Maintain and inspect equipment, ensuring proper function and safety standards.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and regulations while operating equipment on job sites.
• Communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, and other stakeholders to ensure project deadlines and quality standards are met.
Qualifications:
• Proven experience as a Tractor Operator in a construction or agricultural setting.
• Strong knowledge of soil testing and analysis, with a background in agriculture preferred.
• Proficient in operating a range of attachments for tractors
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and physically demanding environment.
• Reliable to show up for work every day on time.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality.
• Valid driver’s license.
Preferred Skills:
• Previous experience preparing agricultural fields or construction sites for planting.
• Familiarity with job site safety.
• Agricultural background.
Why Join Us?
At IronEarth Construction, we value our team members and offer opportunities for growth, training, and development. As a Tractor Operator, you will be part of a supportive and dynamic work environment, contributing to exciting construction projects. IronEarth Construction provides a family environment where everyone works as a team to complete projects. Employees are not just a number, but are part of the family. IronEarth strives to provide the best quality service for customers.
How to Apply:
If you are a qualified Tractor Operator with a passion for construction and soil testing, we encourage you to apply! Please send your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience to [email protected] or fill out an application at our office 319-C Hwy 70 East Garner, NC. Feel free to call 919-283-1281 for any questions.
IronEarth Construction is a turnkey underground and earthwork company. We stand by our work while upholding the highest safety and environmental standards. Contact us today to discover all of the ways we can get your job done!