Excavator Operator

Arcosa; Cameron (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the aggregates industry is seeking an Excavator Operator to support safety and production in a mining environment. The ideal candidate will operate various mobile equipment, promote safety, and ensure compliance with regulations. Competitive benefits and opportunities for advancement are offered.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid vacation and sick leave

401K with Employer Match

Life Insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to work in varied outdoor environments.

Responsibilities

• Operate at least three pieces of mobile equipment.
• Perform daily pre-shift equipment inspections.
• Comply with all industry safety rules.

Skills

Team-oriented attitude

Safety awareness

Physical ability

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Tools

Excavators

Dozers

Dredges

Job description

Job Title: Excavator Operator

In this role, you will support a positive safety culture in an aggregate environment regulated by MSHA safety standards. As an Excavator Operator, you will work with a team to produce natural aggregates in a mining environment.

Day to Day Responsibilities

• Actively promote safety awareness and continuous improvement through positive recognition.
• Operate at least three pieces of mobile equipment (e.g., haul truck, farm tractor, water truck, rubber tire backhoe, front loader).
• Operate equipment in quarry or production settings.
• Comply with all industry safety rules, procedures, and applicable government regulations.
• Perform daily pre-shift equipment and workplace inspections to ensure optimal performance.
• Maintain strong communication with other plant employees and operators.
• Perform other duties or responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

• Experience operating excavators, dozers, and dredges.
• Prompt, regular, and predictable attendance.
• Positive, team-oriented attitude.
• Physical ability to stand, stoop, bend, lift, walk, and climb stairs, ladders, and catwalks up to 60 feet.
• Ability to work in varied outdoor environments (cold, hot, dry, dusty, rainy).
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.

Working Conditions

Most equipment is air-conditioned; however, employees may work in all weather conditions, including heat, cold, wet, dry, and dusty environments.

Benefits

Arcosa offers competitive benefits to support your health and retirement needs, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 401K with Employer Match
• 11 paid company holidays
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health & Wellness Programs
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Discount Programs
• Professional Training and Development
• Career advancement opportunities (promote from within)

All employees may be required to perform other duties as assigned. Arcosa Aggregates is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to activating the potential of our people, caring for our customers, optimizing operations, promoting sustainability, and fostering a results-driven culture focused on long-term value creation.

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