Excavator Operator
$35 - $42 per hourCannonball Recruiting LLC
Excavator Operator
Pay: $35-$42/hr based on experience
Travel: Extensive Overnight Travel required
Summary:
An established underground construction contractor is seeking an experienced Excavator Operator to support utility installation and trenchless operations across regional projects.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate track excavators and related heavy equipment on utility construction sites
- Perform excavation, material handling, loading/unloading, and rigging
- Execute deep excavations using trench boxes, shoring systems, and sheeting
- Maintain safe excavation practices, including protection of personnel and existing utilities
- Conduct daily equipment inspections and follow all site safety requirements
- Work closely with field supervision to complete work safely and efficiently
Qualifications:
- 5+ years of excavator or heavy equipment operating experience
- Ability to read plans and adapt to field conditions
- Strong safety awareness and team-oriented mindset
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
- Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting to 50 lbs.
Preferred:
- Experience in trenchless construction methods
- Welding ability: must be able to pass a weld test if required
- CDL (preferred, not required)
Travel Requirements
- Travel to project sites required, including overnight stays
- Work primarily throughout Maryland and surrounding areas
Benefits available the 1st of the month after 90-days:
- Paid Time Off
- 6 Paid Holidays
- Eligible for 401k after 1st Year (with company match up to 2%)
- Employer Paid Short Term Disability
- Employer Paid Life Insurance 35k **(Additional Voluntary Life Insurance available)**
- Employer Paid Dental with Optional Buy Up Plan
- Vision Plan
- Health Insurance - Standard deductible responsibility: Single 1k / Family 2k
- FSA-Flexible Savings Account
- AFLAC – various plans/coverages available
- TELADOC – U.S. board-certified doctors are available 24/7/365 to resolve many of your medical issues through phone or video consults
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen, background check, and a valid driver's license.
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