Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Blythe Development, headquartered in Charlotte, NC, is a licensed general contractor specializing in site work, road construction and golf course construction in North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia. We are now 100% Employee Owned!

The company, founded by twin brothers and Charlotte natives Jack and Frank Blythe in 1989. Blythe Development's operations include clearing, grading, storm drainage, sanitary sewer, waterline, curb and gutter, sidewalk, concrete paving, retaining walls, culverts, bridges, stone base and asphalt paving. Blythe Brothers Asphalt Company provides the asphalt services for Blythe Development Co. Blythe Development employs over 900 employees. This large, experienced workforce enables Blythe Development to self-perform 80% of site groundwork, which gives them greater control than competitors who must subcontract the bulk of the job.

General Description

A Mechanic performs tasks involving strenuous physical labor on highway and heavy construction projects and equipment. May operate a variety of hand and power tools. May service and prepare equipment, clean up rubble, debris and remove waste materials. The Mechanic must maintain a clean and secure job site (pick up tools/equipment) to eliminate potential hazards; must ensure that proper safety and incident reporting procedures are followed and bring any problems to the attention of a Supervisor.

• Regularly works near moving machinery/tools which requires good manual dexterity and multi-limb coordination, must be able to move quickly and have excellent stamina.


• Must be able to lift, push, pull or carry objects (over 50 lbs.), use legs, hips, shoulders, abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue


• Must be able to stand and/or walk for long periods of time and climb a ladder

Benefits

- Employee Stock Ownership Program

- Paid Time Off

- 401k + matching

- Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, supplemental insurance programs

EEO Employer

Drug Free Workplace