Job Description
We are currently seeking a skilled Excavator Operator to join our growing construction company. A strong work ethic, attention to detail, willingness to travel, and dependability are a must.
Job Details
+ $27 per hour and up depending on experience
+ 50 or more hours per week (no weekend work)
+ Some projects require being out of town Monday-Friday (home on weekends)
+ Transportation provided from Kearney, NE when working out of town
+ Paid travel time
+ Hotel paid by company
+ Nightly per diem for meals when working out of town
+ Year-round employment (no winter layoffs)
Requirements
+ 5+ years previous experience as an Excavator Operator performing the tasks listed below.
+ Previous experience and the ability to run an excavator in a safe and efficient manner is required.
+ Experience running excavators in pipe laying operations is required.
+ Ability to run backfill excavator and/or lead excavator in pipeline operations.
+ Operation of backfill excavator normally involves use of sheepsfoot compaction wheel. Must be able to achieve specified compaction moisture and density requirements.
+ Operation of lead excavator will require use of trench boxes, shoring, sloping, benching, etc.
+ Responsible for maintenance and basic repairs of excavator.
+ Ability to calculate slopes and grades, perform surveying, use pipe laser, etc. for pipe laying.
+ Some manual labor is required each day.
+ Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds individually or as a team when carrying loads heavier than 50 pounds.
+ Ability to sit, stand and walk for long periods of time.
+ Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl throughout each day.
+ Operate other heavy equipment consistent with skill level and training.
+ Willingness to abide by all safety rules. Safety training will be provided on the job and via formal training.
+ Valid driver’s license preferred but not required.
+ Ability to pass a pre-employment (post-offer) drug screen.
+ Must be authorized to work in the US.
Benefits
+ Paid time off.
+ Paid holidays.
+ Health Insurance: Company pays half of the premiums for employee and family members.
+ Life Insurance: Company pays half of the premiums for employee and family members.
+ 401k plan including company match (immediate vesting of company match).
+ Dental and Vision Insurance.
+ Cafeteria/Flexible Benefits Plan.
+ Aflac Supplemental Insurance.
Job Details
+ $27 per hour and up depending on experience
+ 50 or more hours per week (no weekend work)
+ Some projects require being out of town Monday-Friday (home on weekends)
+ Transportation provided from Kearney, NE when working out of town
+ Paid travel time
+ Hotel paid by company
+ Nightly per diem for meals when working out of town
+ Year-round employment (no winter layoffs)
Requirements
+ 5+ years previous experience as an Excavator Operator performing the tasks listed below.
+ Previous experience and the ability to run an excavator in a safe and efficient manner is required.
+ Experience running excavators in pipe laying operations is required.
+ Ability to run backfill excavator and/or lead excavator in pipeline operations.
+ Operation of backfill excavator normally involves use of sheepsfoot compaction wheel. Must be able to achieve specified compaction moisture and density requirements.
+ Operation of lead excavator will require use of trench boxes, shoring, sloping, benching, etc.
+ Responsible for maintenance and basic repairs of excavator.
+ Ability to calculate slopes and grades, perform surveying, use pipe laser, etc. for pipe laying.
+ Some manual labor is required each day.
+ Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds individually or as a team when carrying loads heavier than 50 pounds.
+ Ability to sit, stand and walk for long periods of time.
+ Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl throughout each day.
+ Operate other heavy equipment consistent with skill level and training.
+ Willingness to abide by all safety rules. Safety training will be provided on the job and via formal training.
+ Valid driver’s license preferred but not required.
+ Ability to pass a pre-employment (post-offer) drug screen.
+ Must be authorized to work in the US.
Benefits
+ Paid time off.
+ Paid holidays.
+ Health Insurance: Company pays half of the premiums for employee and family members.
+ Life Insurance: Company pays half of the premiums for employee and family members.
+ 401k plan including company match (immediate vesting of company match).
+ Dental and Vision Insurance.
+ Cafeteria/Flexible Benefits Plan.
+ Aflac Supplemental Insurance.
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