Tonica: Hardscape and Excavation Operator

$20 - $22 per hour

Express Employment Professionals

Tonica, IL

Job Description

Excavation Operator

Location: Tonica, IL
Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour (Based on Experience)
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Position Summary

We are seeking a hardworking and dependable Excavation Operator to join our growing team in Tonica, IL. This position is responsible for operating heavy equipment, assisting with excavation projects, and performing general construction labor to support site preparation, grading, trenching, utility installation, and related construction activities.

The ideal candidate is safety-focused, mechanically inclined, enjoys working outdoors, and works well as part of a team.

Essential Responsibilities

Equipment Operation

Safely operate heavy equipment, including:
- Excavators
- Skid Steers
- Dump Trucks and Trailers
- Tracked Buggies
Perform excavation, trenching, grading, backfilling, and material handling tasks.
Conduct daily equipment inspections and report maintenance concerns.

Construction & Jobsite Support

Utilize hand tools, including:
- Shovels
- Rakes
- Wheelbarrows
- Picks
- Concrete tools
Operate power tools, including:
- Cut-Off Saws
- Chainsaws
- Plate Tampers
- Transits and measuring equipment
Assist with utility work, site preparation, and general construction duties.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe job site.

Safety & Teamwork

Follow all company safety procedures and OSHA regulations.
Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.
Identify and report job site hazards.
Work collaboratively with team members to complete projects on schedule.
Contribute new ideas, techniques, and solutions to improve efficiency and quality.

Qualifications

Previous excavation, construction, landscaping, utility, or heavy equipment experience preferred.
Experience operating excavators, skid steers, or similar equipment.
Ability to safely operate hand and power tools.
Strong work ethic and positive attitude.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Dependable attendance and commitment to workplace safety.
Valid driver's license preferred.

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull construction materials and equipment regularly.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, and climb throughout the workday.
Ability to work outdoors in various weather and environmental conditions.
Ability to work on uneven terrain and active construction sites.
Ability to enter and exit heavy equipment repeatedly throughout the day.

Benefits:

Any additional details specific to this job (weekends off, lots of OT, direct hire opportunity, etc.)
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Sick Time
WEEKLY pay
Direct Deposit
$100 Referral Bonus (+$50 for the person being referred)

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