Civil Work: Large Excavator Operator

Ames Construction Company; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in heavy civil and industrial construction seeks a Large Excavator Operator. You'll be responsible for operating large excavators and ensuring safety while managing site conditions. Ideal candidates will have experience with specific excavators and a strong understanding of OSHA standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in operating large excavators, particularly CAT 352 or larger.
• Knowledgeable in OSHA standards for excavations.
• Communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Instill safety as a top priority.
• Understand production loading – 350-400cy/hr.
• Obey all utility locates; never assume.

Skills

Communication

Time Management

Organizational Skills

Ability to Multitask

Education

Knowledge of OSHA standards for excavations

Tools

Chop saws

Job description

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Civil Work: Large Excavator Operator

Apply locations Liberty, NC time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago job requisition id JR1341

Ames Construction has built America for more than 60 years, and the exceptional people who make up our team are a vital factor in our success. We are a full-service, heavy civil and industrial general contractor that brings innovative solutions to many market segments, from highway and bridge construction to mining and rail. Ames is a family-owned company that retains its entrepreneurial spirit while offering the experience and stability of a proven construction industry leader. Equipped with our core values of People, Team, Our Bond, Persistence, and Vision, we make communities across the U.S. safer, keep supply chains moving, and lay the groundwork for a sustainable future. By joining Ames, you will be working with talented colleagues at an award-winning, nationally recognized top 75 general contractor.

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*Experience in operating large excavators particularly CAT 352 or larger

• Key Duties and Responsibilities
  • Instill Safety as a top priority.
  • Aware of work area; trucks and ground personnel
  • Understand production loading – 350-400cy/hr
  • Able to cut benches for the next pass
  • Full buckets; 10+2 operating positions 6-8’ cuts
  • Never load towards the cabs
  • Ability to keep level cuts and positive drainage
  • Understanding grade stakes
  • Understand soils and the changing of soils
  • Always sets cut level
  • Obey all utility locates NEVER ASSUME

  Qualifications

  • Knowledgeable in OSHA standards for excavations.
  • Understand slopes, cuts, and different soil types.
  • Experience using chop saws and other misc. tools.
  • Communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize.
  • Time Management and organizational skills.

  Working Conditions

  • Construction Site Environment – physical ability to stand, walk, crawl, bend, reach and climb. Lifting and carrying material and objects. Exposed to high noise levels.

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Ames Construction is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.