Excavator Operator

We are currently seeking a skilled Excavator Operator to join our growing construction company. A strong work ethic, attention to detail, willingness to travel, and dependability are a must. Job Details $27 per hour and up depending on experience 50 or more hours per week (no weekend work) Some projects require being out of town Monday-Friday (home on weekends) Transportation provided from Kearney, NE when working out of town Paid travel time Hotel paid by company Nightly per diem for meals when working out of town Year-round employment (no winter layoffs) Requirements 5+ years previous experience as an Excavator Operator performing the tasks listed below Previous experience and the ability to run an excavator in a safe and efficient manner is required Experience running excavators in pipe laying operations is required Ability to run backfill excavator and/or lead excavator in pipeline operations Operation of backfill excavator normally involves use of sheepsfoot compaction wheel. Must be able to achieve specified compaction moisture and density requirements. Operation of lead excavator will require use of trench boxes, shoring, sloping, benching, etc. Responsible for maintenance and basic repairs of excavator Ability to calculate slopes and grades, perform surveying, use pipe laser, etc. for pipe laying Some manual labor is required each day Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds individually or as a team when carrying loads heavier than 50 pounds Ability to sit, stand and walk for long periods of time Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl throughout each day Operate other heavy equipment consistent with skill level and training Willingness to abide by all safety rules. Safety training will be provided on the job and via formal training Valid driver's license preferred but not required Ability to pass a pre-employment (post-offer) drug screen Must be authorized to work in the US Benefits Paid time off Paid holidays Health Insurance: Company pays half of the premiums for employee and family members Life Insurance: Company pays half of the premiums for employee and family members 401k plan including company match (immediate vesting of company match) Dental and Vision Insurance Cafeteria/Flexible Benefits Plan Aflac Supplemental Insurance #J-18808-Ljbffr Midlands Contracting, Inc.