Equipment Operator (Excavator)

Absolute Group; Granger (IA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Absolute Group is seeking an experienced Excavator Operator to join their Utility Division. The role requires critical thinking, strong work ethic, and safety compliance for various infrastructure construction projects. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits are offered in a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Health Insurance

Employee stock ownership plan

Life, Medical, Vision and Dental insurance coverage

Accident, Cancer, and Critical Illness insurance coverage

401k enrollment options

Family-focused environment

Company-sponsored outings and events

Qualifications

• 5 years of operating experience and a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to show up on time and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Safely drive and operate commercial vehicles and equipment for construction projects.
• Load and unload equipment and freight.
• Comply with safety and DOT regulations.

Skills

Operating experience

Critical thinking

Good judgment

Strong work ethic

Positive attitude

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Excavator Operator. The successful candidate will have experience with main line utility work. Operators are responsible for safely driving and operating commercial vehicles and equipment for infrastructure construction projects. Excavator Operators are also responsible for loading and unloadingequipment and freight. Qualified candidates must be able to think critically and use good judgement in order to detect, minimize, and eliminate hazards on construction projects. This position must comply with safety and DOT regulations and are required to complete continuous training. Some infrastructure construction projects require in-state travel and overnight stays. A typical schedule is Monday-Friday but could vary based on project timelines. Saturday hours are occasional and based on demand.

Job Requirements:The ideal candidate will have 5 years of operating experience and a valid driver’s license. All candidates must have the ability to show up to work on time, possess a strong work ethic, show a willingness to learn, and have a positive attitude.

About the Utility Division

Utility is a Division of Absolute Group that specializes in residential, commercial, and municipal infrastructure construction. The Utility Division provides full site development, including: sanitary sewer, water main, storm sewer and grading and earthwork. The Utility Division also offers a variety of groundwork services like trucking and hauling, basement excavation and backfill, finish grading and directional drilling.

The Absolute Group Difference

The Absolute Group prides itself in its company core values, and we like to think it’s one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest of the field. Our team isDriven,taking on each task with a “can-do” attitude and always putting ourPeople First, whether that’s who we’re working with day-to-day or the employees that keep our company up and running. We’re nothing without our customers, our team, our families, even our competitors, and remembering this is key to keeping usRespectful and Humblein all that we do. We’reDetermined to be Dependable, to be relied on, and we don’t stop until the job is done. And, of course, we’re thinkers. It’s ourFearless Forward-Thinkingthat saves us time and money and keeps us up with the times.

Hard Work Pays Off

When you work hard for us, we work hard for you. And that’s exactly why we offer our crews the most competitive benefits package the construction industry has to offer. As an Absolute Group employee you will receive:

• Competitive pay
• HealthInsurance
• Employee stock ownership plan—enrollment after one year of service
• Life, Medical, Vision and Dental insurance coverage
• Accident, Cancer, and Critical Illness insurance coverage
• 401k enrollment options
• Family-focused environment
• Company-sponsored outings and events

Absolute Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply.