Backfill Excavator Operator - Utility

Sanford Contractors, Inc.; Sanford (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Contractors, Inc. is seeking a skilled Backfill Excavator Operator to join their team in Sanford, NC. The role involves the efficient and safe operation of excavators for utility construction while mentoring other team members. Applicants should have relevant certifications, effective communication skills, and a commitment to safety.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision plans

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Short- and long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Life insurance

Company Paid Holidays and PTO

401(k)

Annual Safety Bonus

Years' of Service Bonus

Qualifications

• Experience operating excavators for utility construction required.
• Must be able to perform walk-around inspections of equipment.
• Need to react to changing priorities in construction tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operate excavators efficiently and safely for backfill utility work.
• Assist crew with physical labor as needed.
• Conduct daily safety checks and report equipment issues.

Skills

Efficient and safe operation of an excavator

Willingness to perform physical labor

Effective communication skills

Attention to detail and accuracy

Education

Trenching and Excavation Competent Person

First Aid/CPR

Job description

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Are you an excavator operator capable of skillfully operating for utility construction? Are you looking for an established company in North Carolina that will keep you from traveling overnight for work?

Sanford Contractors might be the right place for you!

We're looking for a skilled heavy equipment operator with the following qualifications:

• Efficient and safe operation of an excavator - Able to operate excavator for utility crews (backfill)
• Willingness to perform physical labor when needed to assist the crew
• Able to perform walk-around inspections of heavy equipment and alert equipment technicians to any issues with equipment
  
  

Mission Statement

To deliver the highest quality project that exceeds the expectations of our partners while ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and professional development of our team members.

Values

As Sanford Contractors team members we are

• Guided by the Golden Rule
• Accountable
• Relationship focused
• Prepared
• Driven
  
  

Core Competencies

• Effective communication skills; must be able to understand and speak English
• Working knowledge of all applicable OSHA standards
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Willingness to react to changes in priorities
  
  

Core Duties

• Be a mentor to other team members by teaching them proper techniques
• Be punctual, dependable and professional at all times
• Work with cost effectiveness, profitability and safety in mind
• Lead by example
• Lead the safety effort by recognizing and correcting hazards as soon as they are present
• Arrive at work prior to designated work start time
• Attend daily safety and project coordination meeting
• Check fluid levels daily before use
• Assist in locating existing utilities to avoid damage
• Restore post construction work to original condition or better
• Communicate time away from work with your team leader and other team members with sufficient notice to make plans for changing personnel to focus on the priorities
• Willingness to work hours as required
  
  

Education/Training/Certification

• Trenching and Excavation Competent Person
• First Aid/CPR
  
  

Benefits

At the heart of Sanford Contractors Inc. core principles, is the commitment to make a positive difference in the lives of our team members. Our comprehensive benefits package is custom designed to achieve that goal through access to the following:

• Medical, Dental and Vision plans
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Short- and long-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Life insurance
• Company Paid Holidays and PTO (Paid time off)
• 401(k)
• Annual Safety Bonus
• Years' of Service Bonus
• Sanford Contractors is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Manufacturing and Production

• Industries

  Manufacturing

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