Excavator - Heavy Equipment Operator

Phillips Infrastructure; Okeechobee (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Phillips Infrastructure is seeking a skilled Excavator - Heavy Equipment Operator to contribute to earthwork and construction projects in Okeechobee, Florida. Your key responsibilities include operating and maintaining excavators, ensuring safety on site, and collaborating with project teams to meet goals.

Qualified candidates will have proven experience in heavy civil construction and a commitment to maintaining high safety standards. Expect to work in varying weather conditions and at diverse job sites.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Excavator - Heavy Equipment Operator in the heavy civil construction industry.
• Proficiency in operating and maintaining excavators.
• Strong commitment to safety and strict adherence to safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Safely and skillfully operate excavators to perform excavation, digging, trenching, and grading tasks.
• Adhere to strict safety protocols and procedures.
• Conduct routine equipment maintenance, including inspections and reporting issues.
• Ensure the quality of excavation work meets project standards.
• Collaborate with project managers and supervisors.

Skills

Excavator operation experience

Safety protocols adherence

Communication skills

Teamwork

Job description

Job Summary

As an Excavator - Heavy Equipment Operator you will be a key contributor to our earthwork and construction projects. Your primary responsibility will be to operate and maintain excavators, ensuring the precise excavation and movement of materials on construction sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Equipment Operation: Safely and skillfully operate excavators to perform excavation, digging, trenching, and grading tasks as required by project plans and specifications.
• Safety: Adhere to strict safety protocols and procedures, ensuring the safety of yourself and your team at all times.
• Maintenance: Conduct routine equipment maintenance, including inspections, lubrication, and reporting any equipment issues to the maintenance department.
• Efficiency: Maintain a high level of productivity and efficiency while operating excavators, contributing to project timelines and goals.
• Quality Control: Ensure the quality of excavation work meets project standards and specifications.
• Collaboration: Work closely with project managers, supervisors, and other team members to coordinate excavation activities and ensure project success.
• Communication: Effectively communicate with team members and supervisors, reporting progress, challenges, and equipment issues as necessary.
• Regulatory Compliance: Stay informed about and adhere to all relevant regulations, safety guidelines, and industry best practices.
• Problem Solving: Identify and address any operational challenges or issues that may arise during excavation work.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records, including daily equipment inspection reports and work logs.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Excavator - Heavy Equipment Operator in the heavy civil construction industry.
• Proficiency in operating and maintaining excavators.
• Knowledge of construction plans, blueprints, and excavation techniques.
• Strong commitment to safety and strict adherence to safety protocols.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Willingness to work in various weather conditions and at different job sites as required.

Candidates that accept an offer of employment are required to undergo and successfully complete a pre‑employment physical examination. This exam is essential to ensure that all potential employees meet the necessary health and fitness standards for the role. The examination includes a series of tests and evaluations conducted by a certified medical professional to assess overall physical health, identify any potential medical conditions that could interfere with job performance, and verify that the candidate is capable of safely performing the essential duties of the position.

Completion and clearance of this physical are mandatory steps in the hiring process.