Excavator Operator
Listed on 2026-06-18
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Trades / Skilled Labor
General Labor, Construction Labor / Trades, Heavy Equipment Operator
General Summary
Operates backhoe (hydraulic shovel attached to tractor or train) which digs holes and trenches and removes and transports earth, gravel and other such materials. This job participates in on-the-job training
Essential Job Accountabilities
Moves hand and foot levers to control hydraulic shovel.
Uses shovel to dig trenches and holes of specified length, depth and width, remove loosened material and put in piles or transport trucks.
Performs routine maintenance on equipment, such as lubricating, fueling, and cleaning
Education
High School Diploma, GED or equivalent years of experience
Certification
Proper certification required
Work Experience
Appropriate training and experience required
Knowledge,
Skills and Abilities
Workers should be able to:
Practice good safety habits
Work in dusty or dirty surroundings
Follow instructions and meet set standards
Judge distances and slopes accurately
Make decisions based on verifiable standards.
Physically, workers must be able to:
Stoop, bend, and crouch
Use hands, arms, and legs fully
See well (either naturally or with correction)
Lift up to 50 pounds, with frequent lifting and carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
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