Excavator Operator

Turner Industries is a fully diversified industrial contractor. We help move the world forward by providing responsive, innovative solutions designed to increase plant production, reduce costs, reduce downtime, and even prevent shutdowns. Headquartered in Baton Rouge, LA, Turner Industries has over 20,000 employees with offices and job sites across the United States. Our single-solution approach in the petrochemical, refining, energy, pulp and paper, and related industries has made Turner one of the nation's top industrial contractors and earned us the No. 1 spot on ABC's 2024 Top Performers list. People are at the heart of everything we do. Their safety, security, and satisfaction have always been our top priorities. For proof, look no further than our strong working relationships and extraordinary workforce. We are seeking an Excavator Operator to join our Specialty Services team. This position is responsible for operating various power-driven machinery used to move dirt or other materials. May operate all or some of the following types of equipment: excavator, backhoe, bulldozer, dragline, front-end loader, motor grader, dump truck, etc. Non-exempt role; Reports to the Foreman; Assigned duties according to specific procedures / work is checked frequently. Essential Qualifications: High school or equivalent Commercial Driver's License (CDL) may be required May require NCCCO or NCCER certifications General knowledge of civil construction and excavation General knowledge of maintaining level grade at defined elevations Post offer drug / alcohol screen, physical evaluation, and signed acceptance of the company Drug, Alcohol and Contraband Policy Comply with company and client job site safety requirements Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of others in the workplace Functional Requirements: Moves hand and foot levers to control diesel, electric and gasoline equipment; interprets hand signals to determine where materials are to be placed; reads and interprets load charts; may assemble or disassemble equipment or material on maintenance or construction sites; may be required to manipulate equipment on un-level working surfaces; may perform maintenance duties such as cleaning, greasing and oiling machines/equipment; perform additional assignments per supervisor's direction Compensation Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience. Benefits Depending on your employment status, benefits include health, dental, vision, life, ADD, voluntary life / ADD, disability benefits, leaves of absence, 401k, paid time off, paid holidays, telehealth access, and employee assistance program. Physical Involvement: Employee may be required to do the following: climbing into and out of equipment; reaching in all directions, handling and manipulating objects and materials; coordinating the movements of eyes, hands, fingers and feet to operate tools and equipment; lifting 30 to 50 pounds from ground level, waist level, and/or overhead; carrying objects, tools, equipment, etc.; standing; sitting; walking; pushing; pulling; bending; kneeling; crouching/squatting; crawling; seeing with or without correction; hearing with or without correction. Turner Industries is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability and/or protected veteran status in accordance with governing law. Keywords: equipment operator, machinery, operations, dirt operator, bulldozer, excavation #J-18808-Ljbffr Turner Industries