Excavator Operator

Hughes Brothers Construction, Inc.; Florida; On-site; USD 38,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays

PTO

401K with employer match

Medical, Dental, Vision

Job summary

Hughes Brothers Construction, Inc. is hiring for Excavator Operators in Central Florida. The company focuses on large site infrastructure, underground utilities, and roadway construction with a strong emphasis on safety and efficiency.

Operators will safely run excavators and related heavy equipment, perform trenching and site prep, and conduct daily equipment maintenance under supervision. The role involves outdoor work, potential overtime, and bilingual ability is a plus.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Physically able to stand, bend, squat, and lift to 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Operate the Excavator and other heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner.
• Work safely in trenches and on excavation sites.
• Perform finishing of catch basins, inlets and manholes.
• Perform daily maintenance and safety checks of equipment as well as routine cleaning to ensure smooth operation of the Excavator
• Operate tools such as cut saws, plate tampers, generators, water pumps and other hand tools.
• Understand and follow directions from supervisors as to required work area.
• Perform job tasks in an outdoor setting which could include inclement weather, heat and humidity and exposure to dust and asphalt.

Skills

Physical fitness

Teamwork

Independence

Effective communication

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Knowledge of construction materials &&

Heavy equipment & electronics

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Excavator

Job description

Excavator Operator

Hughes Brothers Construction is now hiring! We are a heavy civil contractor specializing in large site infrastructure, underground utilities and roadway construction throughout Central Florida. HBC offers competitive pay, a robust benefits package and the chance to join a legacy built on hard work, trust and pride in every project!

Excavator Operators are responsible for safely and efficiently operating excavators and related heavy equipment to perform tasks such as trenching, grading, digging, site preparation and material handling all while following instructions from the Foreman or other construction supervisor.

Responsibilities:

• Operate the Excavator and other heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner.
• Work safely in trenches and on excavation sites.
• Perform finishing of catch basins, inlets and manholes.
• Perform daily maintenance and safety checks of equipment as well as routine cleaning to ensure smooth operation of the Excavator
• Operate tools such as cut saws, plate tampers, generators, water pumps and other hand tools.
• Understand and follow directions from supervisors as to required work area.
• Perform job tasks in an outdoor setting which could include inclement weather, heat and humidity and exposure to dust and asphalt.

Desired Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Ability to physically stand, bend, squat, and lift to 40pounds
• 2+ years' experience in similar position
• Knowledge of construction materials, processes and industry requirements
• Knowledge of Excavator and other heavy equipment and understanding of computerized controls and electronics
• Able to work independently or as an active member of ateam
• Out-of-town travel and/or overtime is apossibility
• English and Spanish fluency a plus, but is notrequired
• High school diploma/GEDpreferred

Benefits:

• Paid Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) package
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Supplemental Insurances with employer contributions
• 401K with employer match
• Long-Term Incentives

Hughes Brothers Construction is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.