Equipment Operator
Fountain
$20 - $28 / hour
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Equipment Operator
Fountain Services, LLC
About Fountain Services, LLC
Established in 1946, Fountain Services, LLC has been a trusted leader in the electrical contracting industry for over 75 years. With offices across North and South Carolina, we specialize in residential, commercial, and industrial electrical services.
Our mission is to empower employees through ongoing training, career development, and a culture of integrity, accountability, and mutual respect.
We don’t just build electrical systems — we build careers.
Why Join Fountain Services?
- Career Growth: We offer a North Carolina-accredited and Registered Apprenticeship Program. Employees have access to leadership training, including Foreman and Superintendent Academies, and clear pathways for advancement. Tuition reimbursement and bi-annual performance reviews support long-term development.
- Supportive Culture: We foster a work environment that values well-being, professional respect, and collaborative leadership.
- Community Engagement: Our company is actively involved in local communities. We sponsor youth sports programs, nonprofits, and support civic organizations through economic and workforce development boards.
- Benefits:
- Competitive wages with performance-based bonuses and opportunities for promotion
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid holidays and paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement and continued education opportunities
- Leadership development programs
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Company-sponsored events and team-building activities
Your Role: Equipment Operator
Fountain Services, LLC (https://fountainelectric.com/) is seeking qualified and experienced equipment operators who have a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
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.
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/residential 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 construction such as grading, debris removal, and general construction tasks.
Minimum Experience Required
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 construction setting. The candidate should also have a CDL with experience pulling trailers and hauling equipment.
Expectations and Skills
- Safe and proficient equipment operation
- Construction experience
- 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
- High School diploma or GED
- Mandatory drug screen
- Satisfactory performance on a company-administered skills assessment
- Valid driver’s license – CDL Preferred
- Relevant trainings and certifications preferred
Portfolio
We deliver some of the highest-value and most complex electrical projects in the region. Examples of our work include:
- Charlotte Spectrum Center – Charlotte, NC – $34 million
- Kimpton Hotel Arras – Asheville, NC – $7.7 million
- Appalachian State University Residence Halls – Boone, NC – $22 million
- Greenville Drive Stadium – Greenville, SC – $3 million
- Ballantyne Reimagined – Stream Park and The Amp – Charlotte, NC – $3.7 million
View more projects on our portfolio page: https://fountainelectric.com/portfolio
Our Four Keys to Success
All employees at Fountain Services, from apprentices to project managers, commit to:
- Show up every day on time
- Appreciate instruction from leaders
- Let your work ethic speak for you
- Retain knowledge
We are looking for professionals who want to build a long-term career with a company that values growth, integrity, and high performance.
If that sounds like you, we want to hear from you.
Benefits
- vision insurance
- 401(k)
- paid time off
- tuition reimbursement
About this role
Fountain Services is looking for an Equipment Operator to join their construction services division based in Spindale, North Carolina, supporting electrical projects across the Carolinas. You'd operate heavy equipment—excavators, skid-steers, trenchers, and related machinery—on underground electrical service installations and duct bank work, alongside grading, debris removal, and general construction tasks. The role requires a minimum of five years of hands-on equipment operation experience in construction, a valid CDL with trailer experience, and the ability to read construction documents and work safely as part of a team.
This is a full-time, in-office position paying $20–$28 per hour, with benefits kicking in after a 90-day introductory period. Fountain, established in 1946, emphasizes long-term career development through apprenticeship programs, leadership academies, tuition reimbursement, and clear advancement pathways. The company works on substantial regional projects—including the Charlotte Spectrum Center and Appalachian State University residence halls—and prioritizes a culture built on integrity, accountability, and mutual respect. If you have the equipment operation background and CDL this role requires and are looking to build a stable career with structured growth opportunities, this could be a solid fit.
How this employer is doing
solid
- Recently Raised Funding
Typical pay for this role
$60,000
Typical range: $40,000 to $80,000
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