Excavation Operator Trainee

Overview:
Mr. Jenkins Told Me You're a Hands-On Person Who Takes Safety Seriously!

You've got your Class A CDL and you're looking for more than just a driving job. How would you like to get paid to learn how to operate excavators, trenchers, and other heavy equipment while building a long-term career?

How would you like to be our newest Excavation Operator Trainee? As an Excavation Operator Trainee You'll learn to operate excavators, trenchers, and additional equipment from experienced team members who will teach you the ropes. You'll work alongside our Lead Plumbing Installer and crew. Everyone on the team works together like gears in a machine. Every role matters! You'll learn how to safely excavate, dig trenches, bore under sidewalks and driveways, and support plumbing installations throughout the Charlotte area.

You'll make the customer a priority and pay close attention to safety. We'll teach you the technical skills, but we need someone who already values doing things the right way. You'll work flexible hours. Plumbing emergencies don't always happen during business hours, so some evenings and weekends may be needed. You'll help inspect, clean, and maintain equipment. Taking care of your equipment helps it take care of you!

You'll make $28.00 per hour starting out!  Responsibilities:
All About YOU You have your Class A CDL and enjoy working outdoors instead of sitting behind a desk all day. You're interested in learning how to operate heavy equipment and build a new skill set that can turn into a career. You take safety seriously and understand the importance of being aware of your surroundings. You enjoy working with your hands and seeing the results of your work at the end of the day.

You love helping people. Your friends probably describe you as positive, dependable, and someone they can count on. You're eager to learn. No excavator experience? That's okay! If you've got a great attitude, your Class A CDL, and a willingness to learn, we'll teach you the rest. We'll work with you to obtain your DOT Health Card and Intrastate qualification as we work in both North and South Carolina.

If you've got a class A CDL and you're ready to learn how to run big equipment, dig big holes, and build a career with a great team, we'd love to meet you!  Morris-Jenkins has been voted Top Workplace USA and Top Workplace Charlotte time and time again! Check out our awards here:
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Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications Typical workweek consists of five (5) ten-hour workdays, with rotating weekend work, occasional after-hours responsibilities, and schedule flexibility based on customer and operational needs

Ability to work safely and collaboratively with crew members while following company policies, procedures, and safety standards

Valid Class A CDL with an acceptable driving and criminal record

Ability to obtain and maintain a DOT Medical Card Ability to safely operate a dump truck and pull equipment trailers

Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions

Ability to safely perform physically demanding work, including lifting, digging, and working around excavation sites

Strong commitment to safety and following established procedures

Strong mechanical aptitude and interest in learning heavy equipment operation

Ability to work effectively as part of a crew Strong customer service and communication skills

Willingness to learn excavation, trenching, boring, and plumbing support operations

Abstinence from illegal drugs with satisfactory drug screening results

Reliable and punctual attendance

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment where priorities and schedules may change

Expected to demonstrate professionalism, accountability, and leadership through actions and adherence to company values, serving as a positive representative of the organization at all times

Preferred Qualifications Experience driving commercial vehicles and hauling equipment

Experience operating heavy equipment such as mini excavators, trenchers, skid steers, loaders, or backhoes

Experience in construction, utility work, plumbing, landscaping, grading,…