Excavator Operator

Sterling Construction Company, Inc.

Location: Boise,

Pay Range: $27.00 - $32.00

Salary Interval: Hourly

Operate CAT 395 excavators (or equivalent large production excavators) to perform mass excavation, rock excavation, truck loading, and large-scale earthmoving activities in support of heavy civil construction projects.

• Operate large production excavators to efficiently load haul trucks and maintain project production goals
• Perform mass excavation and rock excavation in heavy civil, mining, quarry, roadway, data center, and large earthwork environments
• Work safely and efficiently around haul trucks, dozers, loaders, and other heavy equipment
• Maintain proper loading techniques, material control, and truck cycle efficiency
• Perform pre- and post-operation equipment inspections and assist with routine equipment maintenance
• Read and understand site plans, excavation limits, grade stakes, and project requirements
• Work in fast‑paced, high-production environments with minimal supervision
• Follow all company safety policies, equipment operating procedures, and project safety requirements
• Assist with general labor duties as needed to support project operations

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience operating large production excavators, including CAT 395, CAT 390, CAT 374, or equivalent equipment in heavy civil, mining, quarry, mass excavation, or large earthwork environments
• Proven experience loading haul trucks and maintaining production goals in high-volume excavation operations
• Experience performing mass excavation, rock excavation, and large-scale earthmoving activities
• Willingness to perform laborer duties when equipment operation is not required
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team while maintaining a professional attitude and strong work ethic
• Self‑motivated with the ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast‑paced environment
• Ability to work safely under pressure and adapt to changing jobsite conditions and production demands
• Strong hand‑eye coordination, depth perception, and situational awareness around active heavy equipment operations
• Ability to climb in and out of heavy equipment, walk uneven terrain, bend, stoop, kneel, balance, and lift up to 75 pounds as required
• Ability to work around active excavation areas, haul trucks, heavy equipment traffic, and other potentially hazardous jobsite conditions
• Flexible availability, including overtime, weekends, and extended work schedules as project needs require
• Valid driver's license required
• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• OSHA 10 certification preferred
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively to understand job assignments, safety requirements, production expectations, and emergency situations

We are an equal opportunity employer:
We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, genetic information, marital status, military status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. #LI-SC1