20 Ton Chain Excavator Operator (Breaker & Bucket)

Empower Equipment Rental & Trading LLC; Dubai; On-site; AED 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Empower Equipment Rental & Trading LLC in Dubai is seeking a skilled 20‑Ton Crawler Chain Excavator Operator with breaker and bucket attachments to perform excavation, trenching, demolition and site preparation safely and efficiently. You will work on infrastructure and earthworks projects, adhering to high standards of safety and equipment care.

The ideal candidate has proven experience operating heavy excavators with breaker and bucket attachments, a valid operator license, knowledge of

Qualifications

• Valid Heavy Equipment Operator License or Certification as required by local regulations.
• Proven experience operating a 20-ton crawler chain excavator with breaker and bucket attachments.
• Good understanding of excavation, trenching, demolition, grading, and material handling techniques.
• Strong knowledge of construction site safety standards and excavation procedures.
• Ability to perform routine equipment inspections and basic preventive maintenance.
• Physically fit and able to work in varying weather conditions and demanding site environments.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Experience working on road, infrastructure, civil construction, demolition, or earthworks projects.
• Knowledge of GPS and machine control systems is an advantage.
• Valid First Aid Certification is preferred.
• Clean driving record and experience operating additional heavy equipment are beneficial.
• Familiarity with Caterpillar (CAT), Komatsu, Hitachi, Volvo, Hyundai, or Doosan crawler excavators is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Operate a 20-ton crawler chain excavator fitted with breaker and bucket attachments safely and efficiently according to project requirements.
• Perform excavation, trenching, backfilling, grading, and material loading operations.
• Carry out rock breaking, concrete demolition, and excavation using the hydraulic breaker attachment.
• Change and securely install bucket and breaker attachments as required for different site activities.
• Load excavated materials into dump trucks or designated stockpile areas.
• Conduct daily pre-start inspections and perform routine maintenance checks on the excavator and attachments.
• Report equipment faults, damage, or maintenance requirements promptly to the supervisor.
• Read and follow site plans, excavation drawings, and supervisor instructions.
• Ensure compliance with all company safety policies, excavation procedures, and site regulations.
• Work closely with site supervisors, engineers, surveyors, and ground personnel to complete assigned tasks safely and efficiently.
• Identify and avoid underground utilities, overhead hazards, and other site risks before and during excavation.
• Maintain the excavator, breaker, and bucket attachments in a clean, safe, and serviceable condition.
• Complete daily equipment inspection checklists, logbooks, and work activity reports as required.

Skills

Strong communication

Team player

Safety-conscious

Physical fitness

Tools

GPS systems

Machine control

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and experienced 20‑Ton Crawler Chain Excavator Operator Breaker Bucket to safely and efficiently operate heavy excavators equipped with breaker and bucket attachments for excavation, trenching, demolition, grading, loading, and site preparation activities. The ideal candidate will have experience working on construction, infrastructure, demolition, or earthworks projects and be committed to maintaining high standards of safety, productivity, and equipment care.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate a 20‑ton crawler chain excavator fitted with breaker and bucket attachments safely and efficiently according to project requirements.
• Perform excavation, trenching, backfilling, grading, and material loading operations.
• Carry out rock breaking, concrete demolition, and excavation using the hydraulic breaker attachment.
• Change and securely install bucket and breaker attachments as required for different site activities.
• Load excavated materials into dump trucks or designated stockpile areas.
• Conduct daily pre‑start inspections and perform routine maintenance checks on the excavator and attachments.
• Report equipment faults, damage, or maintenance requirements promptly to the supervisor.
• Read and follow site plans, excavation drawings, and supervisor instructions.
• Ensure compliance with all company safety policies, excavation procedures, and site regulations.
• Work closely with site supervisors, engineers, surveyors, and ground personnel to complete assigned tasks safely and efficiently.
• Identify and avoid underground utilities, overhead hazards, and other site risks before and during excavation.
• Maintain the excavator, breaker, and bucket attachments in a clean, safe, and serviceable condition.
• Complete daily equipment inspection checklists, logbooks, and work activity reports as required.

Requirements

• Valid Heavy Equipment Operator License or Certification as required by local regulations.
• Proven experience operating a 20‑ton crawler chain excavator with both breaker and bucket attachments.
• Good understanding of excavation, trenching, demolition, grading, and material handling techniques.
• Strong knowledge of construction site safety standards and excavation procedures.
• Ability to perform routine equipment inspections and basic preventive maintenance.
• Physically fit and able to work in varying weather conditions and demanding site environments.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Experience working on road, infrastructure, civil construction, demolition, or earthworks projects.
• Knowledge of GPS and machine control systems is an advantage.
• Valid First Aid Certification is preferred.
• Clean driving record and experience operating additional heavy equipment are beneficial.
• Familiarity with Caterpillar (CAT), Komatsu, Hitachi, Volvo, Hyundai, or Doosan crawler excavators is an advantage.