Excavation Laborer

Burkentine Builders, Inc.; Aberdeen (MD); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking an Excavation Laborer to join their team in Maryland. In this role, you will be responsible for operating heavy machinery and performing various site preparation tasks. Ideal candidates are skilled in manual labor, communication, and teamwork while adhering to safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must be an insured motorist.
• Must be able to travel to the jobsite(s) as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment and skid loaders in compliance with safety policies.
• Perform manual labor to prepare the job site.
• Maintain communication among field crew members.

Skills

Communication

Manual Labor

Equipment Operation

Teamwork

Tools

Heavy Machinery

Job description

Description

The Excavation Laborer is responsible for working on the construction site running heavy machinery and performing manual labor to prepare the job site as instructed by The Excavation Supervisor. This individual is a team player, who has a wide array of responsibilities, which change based on the job site and project. This individual’s duties span from cleaning the job site, excavation work, hauling dirt, cleaning equipment, snow removal, etc.

Requirements

• Maintain consistent communication among field crew members by use of hand-signals or radio to align and position heavy equipment properly.
• Perform manual labor to prepare the job site.
• Clean work area, removing debris, transporting material to and from the site, operate machines and trucks.
• Operate heavy equipment in compliance with the company's operating safety policies and procedures.
• Operate a skid loader and mini excavator in compliance with the company's operating safety policies and procedures.
• Hauling dirt and other discarded materials.
• Cleaning equipment.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must be an insured motorist.
• Must be able to travel to the jobsite(s) as assigned.