Excavator Operator

Baker Construction Enterprises Inc.; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Concrete Construction, Inc. in Arlington, VA seeks an Excavator Operator to drive heavy machinery and support grading and trenching on active construction sites.

Under foreman supervision, you will perform lay-outs, fine grading, trenching, and finishing applications while maintaining equipment and safety standards. This role provides steady work, strong pay, and opportunities to train and advance within the company.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; minimum of three years of related experience and/or training.
• Ability to exert heavy physical effort, handling objects up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to kneel, stoop, crouch, balance, climb or crawl.
• Ability to tolerate heights without fear.
• Ability to maintain balance.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy machinery (forklifts, backhoes, excavators, dozers, loaders) to move earth and debris.
• Perform lay-outs using lasers to ensure level or sloped grades.
• Execute fine grading and rock placement while maintaining productivity.
• Complete trenching and pit excavation with safe benching and slopes.
• Select equipment and methods for proper compaction and backfilling.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Grading operations

Lifting and physical stamina

Site safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Company Name: Baker Concrete Construction, Inc

Location: Arlington, VA, US, 22201

Req ID: 8116
Travel: None
Number of Openings:2

Find a greater purpose with a team that puts people first. Baker Construction is the nation’s top specialty concrete contractor. At Baker, you can count on steady work and reliable pay. When you finish one job, the next one is already lined up. You’ll be able to provide for your family with confidence. Your hard work will pay off with more opportunities to train and advance.

If you have grit and determination, you’ll have the support you need to achieve your dreams.

Summary

Under the supervision of a foreman/lead, the Excavator Operator is responsible for operating heavy machinery such as forklifts, backhoes, excavators, dozers, skid steer loaders, track loaders, rubber tire loaders, etc. to move earth, rocks, and debris on construction sites. The Operator is responsible for lay‑outs, fine grading, and completing finishing applications and hoisting. Additionally, the Operator ensures the equipment is well maintained and operating efficiently.

Roles and Responsibilities

Is Responsible for Lay‑Outs

• Sets-up and uses a rotating laser to ensure a level grade
• Sets-up and uses a Slope laser to ensure a sloping grade

Is Responsible for Fine Grade

• Maintains production with fine grade operation such as placement of rock trucks
• Ensures proper grade is obtained
• Determines equipment needed as well as rate of delivery for rock.

Completes Trenching & Pit Excavations

• Controls and maintains lay‑out lines during excavation
• Maintains OSHA standards with benching and slopes during and after operation
• Determines what type of lay-back or bench is needed for safe working conditions by type of soils
• Determines a percentage of spoils to remain for backfill if using on-site materials and places in a manner that is free from wet conditions
• Determines how many spoil trucks will be needed for a continuous flow without trucks stacking up or equipment sitting idle
• Determines what type of equipment is needed

Completes Finishing Applications and Hoisting

• Determines what type of equipment is needed to produce the required compaction
• Exercises the proper methods of backfilling in lifts (for example keep lifts level and consistent for proper compaction)

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent; minimum of three years of related experience and/or training
• Must have the ability to exert heavy physical effort, handling average weight objects up to 50 pounds
• Ability to kneel, stoop, crouch, balance, climb or crawl
• Ability to tolerate heights without fear
• Ability to maintain balance

At Baker Construction, we welcome those who are driven to make things happen. You’ll earn great pay and benefits to protect you and your family and to plan for your future. We’re also a company deeply rooted in values. We put people first, honor our word, and have the grit to get the job done. Go further with a team that will value and reward your grit.

Baker is an EOE Disability/Veterans Employer.

Applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities who require a reasonable accommodation for any or part of the application process may make their requests known by emailing [e-mail] or calling 1-513-539-4000 and asking for HR.