Excavator Operator

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This range is provided by W. Gardner, LLC. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

$22.00/hr - $26.00/hr

DO NOT APPLY if you don't have any experience.

• Operate excavator to dig trenches and excavate areas for pipe installation.
• Ensure safety of crew members and equipment on job site.
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment.
• Communicate effectively with crew members and supervisors.
• Follow all safety procedures and regulations.
• Required to perform physical activities on any crew within the company involving installation of new and existing utilities, physical labor, assisting others in completing job requirements, may operate a variety of equipment including hand and power tools, may clean and prepare sites, dig trenches, set braces to support the sides of excavations, clean up rubble and debris.

• Minimum of 2 years of experience operating an excavator.
• Experience working with pipe crews and underground utilities.
• Must have experience working and operating the excavator on a pipe crew.

• Working hours are 7:00 am till 5:30 pm Monday through Friday (subject to change due to project demands, weather, etc.), with a 30-minute lunch break. Must be willing to work overtime, standby, and some weekends.
• The job may entail heavy physical labor, which requires strength and agility. Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 lbs.
• You may be required to climb, kneel, crouch, twist, lift, carry, drag, balance, push, and/or pull.
• All projects are outdoors, in all weather and temperature extremes, and regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. Occasionally, the noise level in the work environment is loud.
• Safety equipment, or PPE, is always required, such as hard hats, safety vest, safety glasses, appropriate footwear, and seat belts. (A back support brace can be issued upon request).
• Must have good manual dexterity, hand-eye coordination, and balance.
• Must be able to read and understand warning signs and labels on a construction site and interpret plans, drawings, written instructions, and specifications.
• Must be capable of working as a member of a team.

• Proof of work eligibility.
• Transportation to and from the Job Site.
• Required to pass Pre-Employment Drug Test.
• Required to pass Background Check.
• Must have a clean driving record.

• Health, Dental, and Vision Plans after 60 days of employment.
• 401K with matching contributions after 60 days of employment.
• Paid Time off and Holiday after 90 days of employment.
• Disability and Life Insurance after 60 days of employment.

If you meet the above requirements and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your resume for consideration.

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Management and Manufacturing

Construction