EXCAVATOR/GRADALL OPERATOR

Branch Civil; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Excavator Operator for exciting projects in Roanoke. This full-time role involves operating heavy machinery, ensuring safety, and performing routine maintenance. The ideal candidate will have 1 to 3 years of experience and a solid understanding of construction techniques and OSHA regulations. Join a growing team where your expertise will contribute to significant projects and help shape the future of construction in the area. If you're passionate about safety and efficiency, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years of excavator operating experience required.
• Knowledge of construction techniques and OSHA regulations is essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate excavator and perform routine maintenance.
• Grade to line and grade, and complete minor repairs as needed.

Skills

Excavator Operating

Knowledge of Construction Techniques

OSHA Regulations

Communication Skills

Job description

Position Summary

Branch's Civil Division is seeking an experienced and safety-conscious Excavator Operator to join our established and growing company. The Excavator Operator will operate power shovels, pulling diggers toward the machine to excavate. All machines will be over cubic yard.

We are hiring for two projects in Roanoke, I-81 and 220 North, with positions starting in March/April.

Responsibilities

• Grade to line and grade
• Service and make normal operating adjustments to equipment
• Operate on track or rubber-tired equipment, including gradall or wrist-o-twist types
• Complete minor repairs as needed
• Perform routine cleaning of equipment

Qualifications

• Knowledge of construction techniques
• 1 to 3 years of excavator operating experience
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations
• DOT experience preferred but not required

Competencies

• Dependability
• Effective communication
• Work environment and safety awareness
• Adherence to policies and procedures
• Productivity

Physical Demands

The physical demands described are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of this job. The employee must frequently use hands and fingers, reach, stand, talk, hear, and occasionally walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, taste, and smell. The employee must lift or move up to 10 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds occasionally. Vision abilities required include close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and focus adjustment.

Position Details

This is a full-time position, typically involving 40+ hours per week. Availability for on-call early/late hours is required to manage delays, weather, and emergencies.

EEO Statement

Our company policy prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or other protected categories, in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, and employment terms.

Additional Notes

This job description is not exhaustive; duties and responsibilities may change at any time without notice.