Excavator Operator

Excavator Operator Compensation: $25.00 to $35.00 per hour. Job Location: All construction sites are in southern NH and within 30 minutes of our Bedford office. Job Type: This is a full-time hourly position. Employees are eligible for regular benefits after 90 days which include: Health insurance Dental insurance Vision Insurance PTO Accrual Program Supplemental Insurance (Life, Accident, LTD, STD) EAP 401k plan after 6 months. Position Summary We are hiring an experienced Excavator Operator. This position will vary in tasks and could range from working with the pipe crew installing underground utilities, to installing septic systems, digging and backfilling foundations, bringing site to grade, installing stormwater controls, etc. If you're reliable, safety-focused, and ready to work hard as part of a team, we want to hear from you. Education High school diploma or equivalent required Skills & Requirements Proven expert experience operating excavators in a variety of environments Ability to read and follow grade stakes or verbal instruction for determining grade, excavation depth or position; GPS experience preferred. Comfortable working in adverse weather conditions Able to work safely around live utilities Must follow all safety protocols and wear required PPE (hard hat, boots, hearing protection, etc.) Ability to perform basic maintenance and pre-checks on equipment Valid driver’s license Responsibilities Support crews in all excavation environments Support the rest of the crew with safe trenching and backfilling operations Work closely with foreman and crew to meet project specs and deadlines Maintain safe working distances and proper slopes in trenching and excavation as required by OSHA standards Perform general laborer duties when equipment is not in use which include: Lifting and Carrying Items weighing as much as 50 Lbs. Standing and Walking Bending, Stooping, and Kneeling Climbing Pushing and Pulling Shoveling, raking, sweeping, etc. Use power tools All applicants will be asked to demonstrate their skill with an excavator as part of the interview process. #J-18808-Ljbffr