Energy Storage Excavator Operator - Ohio

Mortenson; Kentucky; On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription drug plans

401k retirement plan with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Gym Membership Discount Program

Mental health resources

Tuition reimbursement

Gym discount

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking an experienced Excavator Operator in Kentucky. Responsibilities include operating heavy equipment, ensuring safety compliance, and performing routine maintenance. Candidates must have a valid driver's license and experience operating excavators. This role requires teamwork, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently. The company offers a variety of benefits, including medical plans, a 401k with matching, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum one (1) year of related experience.
• Current driver’s license with necessary endorsements.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment.
• Basic math skills and understanding of machine operation.
• Strong teamwork and customer service mindset with good communication.
• Ability to work independently with active listening and feedback.
• Willingness to perform repetitive motions and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Operate various types of heavy equipment.
• Follow safety regulations and maintain housekeeping.
• Perform routine maintenance and detect malfunctions.
• Adhere to work plans and pre-task cards.
• Build positive relationships across diverse teams and levels.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by supervision.

Skills

Equipment certifications as required

Teamwork orientation

Customer service skills

Detail-oriented

Effective communication skills

Communication

Independent work

Physical stamina

Lifting 50 lbs

Job description

Summary

Mortenson is currently seeking an Excavator Operator that will be responsible for operating equipment as directed and specified while adhering to all rules and regulations as mandated by Mortenson safety policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment such as blade, dozer, loader, scraper, forklift/telehandler, crane, bobcat/skid‑steer, boom lifts/aerial lifts, roller, backhoe, and track crane
• Follow prescribed safety regulations and maintain clear and orderly housekeeping
• Perform routine maintenance, observe equipment operation, and detect malfunctions
• Follow work plans and pre‑task cards
• Build relationships with diverse backgrounds and organizational levels
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Equipment certifications as required
• Experience operating an Excavator
• Minimum one (1) year of related experience
• Current driver’s license of proper classification and necessary endorsements as required by law
• Strong teamwork orientation, positive attitude, professional customer service skills, and detail‑oriented; ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and load charts
• Ability to operate equipment by moving levers, shifting gears, depressing pedals, and maneuvering steering wheels; knowledge of equipment and their uses; basic mathematical skills
• Ability to work independently with active listening and effective communication skills, open to diverse input and feedback
• Repetitive hand, arm, leg movements
• *Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling: up to 50 lbs.
• Please note: this position description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position. The duties and responsibilities of this position may change without notice.
• Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling over 50 lbs will be done with assistance of another team member or equipment.

A few benefits offered include

• Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
• Dental plan
• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
• Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work‑life resources
• Tuition reimbursementAdoption Assistance
• Gym Membership Discount Program

Please Make Note

• Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
• Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.

About Mortenson

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact. Let’s Redefine Possible®

Equal Employment Opportunity

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.

Other Items To Note

• Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.
• Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.