CAT 395 Excavator Operator – Mass Excavation Expert

Sterling Construction Company, Inc.; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 33,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Holiday pay

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401K with company contribution up to 5

ESPP

Tuition reimbursement

Employee development and growth

Job summary

Sterling Construction Company, Inc. in Boise, ID is seeking an experienced excavator operator to support large earthmoving projects. Operate CAT 395/390/374 or equivalent and load haul trucks, aiming to meet production goals while maintaining safety.

You will read site plans, perform pre- and post-operation inspections, and assist with general labor duties as needed. Minimum 5 years' experience, willingness to perform laborer tasks, and a strong work ethic are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience operating large production excavators (CAT 395/390/374 or equivalent) in heavy civil, mining, quarry, mass excavation, or large earthwork environments.
• Experience loading haul trucks and maintaining production goals in high-volume excavation operations.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred; OSHA 10 certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate large production excavators to efficiently load haul trucks and maintain project production goals.
• Perform mass excavation and rock excavation in heavy civil, mining, quarry, roadway, data center, and large earthwork environments.
• Read and understand site plans, excavation limits, grade stakes, and project requirements.
• Work in fast-paced, high-production environments with minimal supervision.
• Perform pre- and post-operation equipment inspections and assist with routine equipment maintenance.
• Assist with general labor duties as needed to support project operations.

Skills

Excavator operation

Haul truck loading

Team player

Safety conscious

Valid driver’s license

Education

High School Diploma or GED preferred

Tools

CAT 395/390/374 or equivalent

Job description

Sterling Construction Company, Inc. in Boise, ID is seeking an experienced excavator operator to support large earthmoving projects. Operate CAT 395/390/374 or equivalent and load haul trucks, aiming to meet production goals while maintaining safety.

You will read site plans, perform pre- and post-operation inspections, and assist with general labor duties as needed. Minimum 5 years' experience, willingness to perform laborer tasks, and a strong work ethic are required.