Excavator Operator

Overview Gator Dredging Excavator Operator Position Gator Dredging is seeking an experienced Excavator Operator to join our growing team. Excellent benefits, vacation, sick and holiday paid time off. Must have at least 3 years of experience operating an excavator and a minimum of 1 year experience operating a Long Reach Excavator. Gator Dredging (the leading dredging company in the state of Florida) is actively seeking qualified people to join our ever-growing team! Responsibilities Able to operate an excavator safely, so as not to injure anyone or cause damage to buildings, structures, or other equipment. Must adhere to all health and safety policies and procedures. Completion of daily equipment maintenance logs and submitting to the supervisor at the end of each shift. Daily inspections of the equipment, ability to make minor repairs, cleaning the equipment, checking fluids, and greasing all necessary areas. Operate an excavator efficiently in dry, wet and marsh types of environments. Assist with mobilization and demobilization of construction sites as required. Position will include assisting with miscellaneous laborer or other duties as needed. Follow instruction and direction from the site supervisors. Must be able to work well with others to get the job done right. Qualifications Must have at least 5 years of experience operating an excavator. Must have at least 1 year of experience operating a long reach excavator. Must be able to travel out of town. Enjoy working as part of a team. MUST be motivated and able to work independently. On/Off Barge operating experience a plus. Long Reach excavator experience a plus. Previous dredging experience a plus. Dozer experience a plus. A valid driver's license and it must be maintained throughout employment. OSHA Certification a plus Physical Demands/Work Environment Physical/Sensory Functions: Regularly will use sit, use hands, talk/hear; Frequently will reach with hands; Occasionally will stand, walk, climb, or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, taste/smell. Lift and/or Move Functions: Regularly will lift up to 10 pounds; frequently will lift up to 25 pounds; occasionally will lift up to 50 pounds. Employee Benefits Medical Dental Vision 401(k) Retirement Plan Life Insurance Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance Paid Time Off for Vacation, Sick and Holidays Compliance Drug-Free Workplace Equal Opportunity Employer Homeland Security - E-Verify Company. Gator Dredging will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. For more information, please visit #J-18808-Ljbffr Gatordredging