Lead Equipment Operator / Crew Leader

JGR Development Group is seeking an experienced Lead Equipment Operator / Crew Leader to join our growing utility and sitework division.

This position is responsible for operating equipment, leading field crews, coordinating daily work activities, and helping ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and professionally.

The ideal candidate is a strong operator who can also communicate effectively, lead by example, and work well with others.

Responsibilities

• Operate excavators, loaders, skid steers, rollers, and other heavy equipment
• Lead and direct field crews on utility and sitework projects
• Coordinate daily production activities
• Work with project management to execute project schedules
• Read plans, grade stakes, and utility layouts
• Install water, sewer, and storm drainage systems
• Track production quantities and material deliveries
• Maintain a safe and productive jobsite
• Train and develop crew members

Qualifications

• 7+ years of utility, grading, or sitework experience
• Strong excavator operating experience
• Experience leading crews and managing daily field activities
• Ability to read construction plans and grade stakes
• Experience installing water, sewer, and storm drainage systems
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Ability to motivate and develop team members
• Valid driver's license required
• CDL preferred

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for someone who can:

• Lead by example
• Communicate professionally
• Hold crews accountable
• Solve problems in the field
• Build quality work without creating conflict

Technical ability is important, but the ability to lead people and work as part of a team is equally important.

Compensation

• $35-$50+ per hour based on experience
• Company vehicle opportunity for the right candidate
• Paid holidays
• PTO
• Growth opportunities
• Long-term career path with a growing contractor

JGR Development Group is a leading, state‐certified utility and sitework contractor based in North Carolina. Since 2020, we’ve specialized in comprehensive water and sewer infrastructure solutions—ranging from emergency on‐call repairs to large‐scale main replacements and lateral installations—as well as grading, asphalt & concrete restoration, and stormwater management. Our projects span municipal, commercial, and residential sectors across the southeast, and beyond.