Excavator Operator

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Create Alert Company Name: Baker Concrete Construction, Inc Location: Culpepper, VA, US, 22701 Req ID : 8010 Travel: None Number of Openings: 3 Find a greater purpose with a team that puts people first. Baker Construction is the nation’s top specialty concrete contractor. At Baker, you can count on steady work and reliable pay. When you finish one job, the next one is already lined up. You’ll be able to provide for your family with confidence. Your hard work will pay off with more opportunities to train and advance. If you have grit and determination, you’ll have the support you need to achieve your dreams. At Baker Construction, we welcome those who are driven to make things happen. You’ll earn great pay and benefits to protect you and your family and to plan for your future. We’re also a company deeply rooted in values. We put people first, honor our word, and have the grit to get the job done. Go further with a team that will value and reward your grit. Summary Under the supervision of a foreman/lead, the Excavator Operator is responsible for operating heavy machinery such as forklifts, backhoes, excavators, dozers, skid steer loaders, track loaders, rubber tire loaders, etc. to move earth, rocks, and debris on construction sites. The Operator is responsible for lay-outs, fine grading, and completing finishing applications and hoisting. Additionally, the Operator ensures the equipment is well maintained and operating efficiently. Roles and Responsibilities Is Responsible for Lay-Outs Sets-up and uses a rotating laser to ensure a level grade Sets-up and uses a Slope laser to ensure a sloping grade Is Responsible for Fine Grade Maintains production with fine grade operation such as placement of rock trucks Ensures proper grade is obtained Determines equipment needed as well as rate of delivery for rock. Completes Trenching & Pit Excavations Controls and maintains lay-out lines during excavation Maintains OSHA standards with benching and slopes during and after operation Determines what type of lay-back or bench is needed for safe working conditions by type of soils Determines a percentage of spoils to remain for backfill if using on-site materials and places in a manner that is free from wet conditions Determines how many spoil trucks will be needed for a continuous flow without trucks stacking up or equipment sitting idle Determines what type of equipment is needed Completes Finishing Applications and Hoisting Determines what type of equipment is needed to produce the required compaction Exercises the proper methods of backfilling in lifts (for example keep lifts level and consistent for proper compaction) Requirements High School diploma or equivalent; minimum of three years of related experience and/or training Must be a US Citizen Prefer to have OSHA 10 certification, if not we will arrange to receive train Must have the ability to exert heavy physical effort, handling average weight objects up to 50 pounds Ability to kneel, stoop, crouch, balance, climb or crawl Ability to tolerate heights without fear Ability to maintain balance Baker is an EOE Disability/Veterans Employer. Applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities who require a reasonable accommodation for any or part of the application process may make their requests known by emailing View email address on click.appcast.io or calling View phone number on click.appcast.io and asking for HR. #J-18808-Ljbffr Baker Concrete Construction, Inc.