Excavator Operator - Charlotte, NC Region

State Utility Contractors, Inc.

Excavator Operator - Charlotte, NC Region

Charlotte, NC, NC
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Salary based on the depth of construction experience - Salary Range - $55,000 to $75,000 **
    **

    -Summary/Objective-
    Excavator Operator

    -Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience operating excavators (operating weight 20,000 lbs. or more) on pipeline construction projects. Some manual labor may be required.

    Mainline Excavator Position Responsibilities: ****

    • - Excavate line and grade for mainline waterline according to project plans
    • - Excavate around existing utilities with precision
    • - Understand and implement trench depth amp; grade
    • - Understand and implement pothole procedure, pipeline amp; grade compaction
    • - Knowledge of excavation, trenching amp; shoring practices
    • - Understand and implement the proper rigging for all materials being lowered into the trench
    • - OSHA Certified competent person for trenching amp; shoring
    • - Thorough knowledge of equipment maintenance to ensure safe and reliable equipment at all times

    -This will be a full-time position with some travel required.

    -All Candidates must be able to meet the following requirements:
    -Have a valid driver’s license with a clean record
    -Pass a pre-employment drug screen
    -Display a professional and courteous attitude at all times
    -Be willing to work nights and weekends when required
    -Be able to work overtime when required
    -Be willing to work outdoors in extreme conditions (hot/cold)
    -Be able to do preventive maintenance on equipment, (grease fittings, check fluid levels, refuel)
    -Strictly adhere to company Safety requirements and procedures
    -Have the willingness to work in a team environment

    Benefits provided:
    Paid Vacation
    Paid Holidays
    401 K Retirement Plan
    ESOP - Employee Stock Ownership Plan
    Health/Dental/Life/ and Short Term Disability Insurance

    -Salary Range: Between $55,000. to $75,000 per year based on experience and abilities

    Please attach your resume and references in the following application.