Excavator Operator

Nbutexas; East Kingston (NH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Nbutexas is seeking a skilled Excavator Operator in East Kingston, NH, to join our team. You will operate excavators and skid steers with a strong emphasis on safety, grading, and excavation practices.

Responsibilities include daily equipment inspections, reading site plans, and maintaining a clean, safe worksite while coordinating with site supervisors and crew members.

Qualifications

• Hands-on excavator operating experience.
• Strong focus on job site safety and adherence to regulations.
• Ability to read site plans, blueprints and grade stakes.
• Good communication with site supervisors and crew.

Responsibilities

• Operate excavators for digging, trenching, grading, and material handling.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and basic maintenance.
• Read and interpret site plans, blueprints, and grade stakes.
• Safely operate equipment around utilities, structures, and other workers.
• Load and unload materials using heavy equipment.
• Maintain a clean and organized job site.
• Follow OSHA and company safety regulations.
• Communicate effectively with site supervisors and crew members.

Skills

Excavator operation

Safety awareness

Blueprint reading

Site communication

Tools

Caterpillar excavators

Komatsu excavators

Bobcat skid steer

Job description

Excavator Operator

Position Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and safety-focused Excavator Operator to join our team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience operating heavy equipment, including excavators and skid steers, with a strong understanding of job site safety, grading, and excavation practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate excavators for digging, trenching, grading, and material handling
• Perform daily equipment inspections and basic maintenance
• Read and interpret site plans, blueprints, and grade stakes
• Safely operate equipment around utilities, structures, and other workers
• Load and unload materials as needed using heavy equipment
• Maintain a clean and organized job site
• Follow all OSHA and company safety regulations
• Communicate effectively with site supervisors and crew members

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years of excavator operating experience (5-10 years preferred)
• Experience operating Caterpillar and/or Komatsu excavators strongly preferred
• 2-5 years of skid steer experience (Bobcat and/or Caterpillar)
• Knowledge of excavation techniques, grading, and trenching
• Ability to work in varying weather and site conditions
• Strong attention to safety and detail
• Valid driver’s license (CDL is a plus)

Preferred Skills:

• Experience working on construction, site development, or utility projects
• Familiarity with GPS grade control systems (if applicable)
• Ability to perform minor mechanical troubleshooting
• Team-oriented with strong work ethic

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit, stand, and operate machinery for extended periods
• Lift up to 50 lbs as needed
• Work in outdoor environments in varying conditions

JOB ID: 179224#post

Kristan Caceres