Excavator Operator

Requisition ID: 187196

Position Summary

Operate one or several types of power construction equipment to excavate, move and/or grade material.

Experience Level

Skilled

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

• Operate a variety of vehicles and large heavy equipment while performing maintenance and repairs on roads and rights-of-way including loading, hauling and dumping on smooth to extremely rough surfaces.

• Load gravel, dirt and sand; smooth and grade roads; spread rock and gravel.

• Trench and construct ditches for installation of culverts, water pipes and sewer pipes; remove silt and debris.

• Knowledgeable of equipment in respect to checking and maintaining all fluid levels and lubrication.

• May be asked to instruct and train employees in the safe operation of construction equipment and tools and in job techniques and skills

• Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.

• Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.

• Inspect subordinate's work for compliance with the contract plans and specifications, point out deficiencies and explain and take any corrective action needed.

Qualifications

• May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area.

• Must possess strong working knowledge skills and abilities for position.

• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management/supervision.

• Proficient in the safe and efficient use of electrical, hand tools, power tools and layout tools as well as measurement tools

Requirements

• Able to meet all physical requirements.

• Must have all required tools

• Expected to climb and work at heights and in confined spaces (may exceed 200 ft)

• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions

• Able to work overtime, nights, and weekends as required by the workload

• Observe and comply with all safety and project rules. Performs other duties as required.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Company: TIC_Craft