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Excavator Operator - Cornelius, NC

The Caton Companies

Cornelius, NCFull-timePosted 7mo agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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Compensation
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Location
Cornelius, NC
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Driver's License

Job overview

The Caton Companies is hiring an Excavator Operator - Cornelius, NC. The Caton Companies is seeking Excavator Operators for a roadway project in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. The heavy equipment operator will operate a variety of contractor equipment, properly maintain it daily, and work with a backhoe, road grader, or front-end loader. This role involves digging ditches and trenches, hoisting materials, tools, and equipment.

Key focus areas include Work with and assist in digging ditches and trenches, hoisting material, tools, equipment, and any related work with a backhoe, road grader or front-end loader, Perform routine inspection and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and refer defects or repairs to the supervisor, and Perform all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standards.

Successful candidates bring High School Diploma, 4 Years Experience Heavy Equipment, and Valid CDL License. Important skills include Excavator Operation, Heavy Equipment Operation, Equipment Maintenance, Backhoe Operation, Road Grader Operation, and Front-End Loader Operation. Preferred (not required): Pipe Laying, Trench Box, and Utility Experience.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Excavator OperationHeavy Equipment OperationEquipment MaintenanceBackhoe OperationRoad Grader OperationFront-End Loader OperationSafety Standards ConformancePipe LayingTrench BoxUtility Experience

Qualifications

Driver's LicenseHigh School Diploma or Equivalent4 Years Medium and Heavy Equipment Experience2 Years Pipe Operations ExperienceValid CDL License

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Cornelius, NC, US

Caton Construction Group, one of the Caton Companies, headquarters in Troy, VA is growing! Currently seeking EXCAVATOR Operators for our roadway project in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina (Cornelius). Excavator Operators with PIPE LAYING/TRENCH BOX/UTILITY experience are preferred.

The heavy equipment operator operates a variety of contractor equipment and properly maintains the equipment on a daily basis.

Starting pay is based on skills and experience.

Responsibilities

  • Works with and assists in digging ditches and trenches, hoisting material, tools, equipment, and any related work with a backhoe, road grader or front-end loader.

  • Performs routine inspection and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and refers defects or repairs to the supervisor.

  • Performs all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standards.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Normal days and hours of work are Monday – Friday, with time provided for lunch, hours may vary. Work may be local or out of town in which case overnight stays are required. This position frequently requires long hours and weekend work. Overtime is anticipated.

Travel/ Driving

Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected.

Driver’s license is required.

Required Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent.

Four years’ experience involving the use of medium and heavy equipment, two of which must have been related to pipe operations.

Preferred Education and Experience: Valid CDL License.

Company Benefits

  • Competitive Compensation Package

  • Comprehensive Health, Vision and Dental Insurance

  • FSA Program

  • 401K Program with 4% company match

  • 8 Paid Holidays plus personal floating holiday

  • Accrue 80 hours Paid Time Off (PTO) the first year

And more…

Why you should apply:

Excellent working environment

Working for a company that cares about your success

Working for a growing company

Employment is conditional on satisfactorily completing all pre-employment requirements including background and drug screen. Starting wages depend skills and experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities and females are encouraged to apply.

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