EXCAVATOR/GRADALL OPERATOR (NIGHT SHIFT)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Excavator Operator for their night shift team. This full-time position involves operating heavy machinery, performing routine maintenance, and ensuring safety compliance. The ideal candidate will have 1 to 3 years of experience, a solid understanding of construction techniques, and a commitment to maintaining a safe work environment. Join a growing company that values dependability and effective communication, and be part of a team that tackles challenges head-on, ensuring projects are completed efficiently and safely.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Operate excavator and perform normal operating adjustments.
• Grade to line and grade, complete minor repairs as needed.

Skills

Excavator Operating Experience

Knowledge of Construction Techniques

Effective Communication

Dependability

Job description

Position Summary

Branch's Civil Division is searching for an experienced and safety-oriented Excavator Operator to join our well-established, growing company. The Excavator Operator operates a power shovel on which the digger is pulled toward the machine to excavate. All machines will be over cubic yard.

NOTE: THIS POSITION IS FOR OUR NIGHT SHIFT TEAM

Duties/Responsibilities

1. Grade to line and grade.
2. Service and make normal operating adjustments to equipment.
3. Operate on track or rubber-tired equipment, including gradall or wrist-o-twist type machinery.
4. Complete minor repairs.
5. 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/Safety
• Following Policies and Procedures
• Productivity

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Employees are regularly required to use hands and fingers, reach with hands and arms, stand, talk, and hear. Occasionally, employees must walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, taste, and smell. Employees must frequently lift or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Position Details

This is a full-time position, typically involving 40+ hours per week. Due to job requirements, availability for on-call early/late hours is necessary to handle delays, bad weather, and emergencies.

EEO Statement

Our company policy is to not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other protected class under applicable law, regarding recruitment, employment, and promotions.

Other Notes

This job description is not exhaustive. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time without notice.