Excavator Operator

Responsibilities

• Able to operate a variety of heavy equipment, including Excavator, Loader, Skid Steer, Dozer, Blade, Water Truck, etc.
• Operate the equipment in adherence to safety policies, procedures, job site, and/or traffic laws
• Maintain 3 points of contact on all pieces of equipment at all times
• Respond to signals and directions from other staff members and work in coordination with them
• Perform daily walk-around checks and properly complete daily checklist
• Clean and maintain equipment
• Perform routine inspection on assigned equipment and report any needed repairs to the supervisor
• Attend daily safety meetings with the crew
• Report any safety violation to the Supervisor and/or Safety Department
• Report any incident to the Supervisor or safety team
• When not operating heavy equipment, must perform other duties as assigned by Foreman

• Understanding of computerized controls and electronics
• Excellent hand, eye, and foot coordination
• Basic understanding of construction principles and procedures
• Ability to read and comprehend safety rules, plans, maintenance instructions, operating procedures, etc.
• Strong teamwork orientation

• Education: High school diploma/GED preferred
• Experience: 5+ years’ of operating a main line machine