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Excavator Operator

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

Specializes in Heavy Civil, Utility infrastructure installations throughout the New England area.

CATEGORY Construction

POSITION Operator, Laborer, Truck Driver

DESCRIPTION:

Operators drive, control, and maintain heavy equipment and other necessary machinery in a safe, efficient manner. Operators will work in a fast-paced environment. Safety is a top priority for Operators and must have knowledge of safe operation and driving practices to complete obligations. Operators report directly to the Foreman.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Excavating trenches and structures, laying pipe and precast concrete structures, loading trucks and backfilling trenches.

• Placing shoring and trench boxes.

• Operates a crawler machine mounted with an excavator bucket.

• May also be equipped with various hydraulic attachments (e.g. hammers, pipe vacuum)

• Performs daily inspection paperwork daily and notifies the Foreman/Supervisor of any issues/defects.

• May assist the crew, when needed, in operating other equipment and/or helping the laborers on the ground.

• Performs other duties as assigned

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Position includes a minimum of 8 hours and 6 days.

• Depending on a task or job, job duties may be unforeseen 24 hours, 7 days a week, subject to Massachusetts law.

• Supervisor contact is subject to company organizational chart and or directed by the CEO.

• Employee travel, travel time, and expense is at employee responsibility, unless directed by the CEO in writing.

CERTIFICATIONS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1C-2A Hoisting License (at least)

• DOT Medical Examiners Certificate

• Valid Driver's License

• OSHA 10

• Safety Certifications