Excavator Operator: Mainline/Backfill with Benefits

Francis O Day Co., Inc; Thurmont (MD); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits (Health, Dental, and V

Paid holidays

Safety Boot Program

401k with company contribution

Overtime

Short-term incentives

Job summary

Francis O Day Co. Inc., a leading paving and excavation company in Maryland and Virginia, is seeking experienced Excavator Operator s to join our team.

The Excavator Operator (mainline and backfill) role is an hourly skilled craft position whose primary function is the safe and efficient operation of the excavator. A mainline operator is an experienced operator who can cut to grade, handle and place pipe, and has experience working with trench box.

Qualifications

• 2 to 4 years of experience preferred.
• Must pass drug & alcohol screening.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Must have very good hand, foot and eye coordination to safely operate equipment.

Responsibilities

• Understands trench safety requirements, soil types and use of protective systems.
• Must have knowledge of pipeline and grade compaction requirements.
• Working to precise standards to excavate line and grade for Mainline Waterline.
• Maintain depth by checking the laser beam or grade stakes and communicating with operator.
• Excavates around existing utilities, to install Mainline and backfill piping.
• Inspecting equipment for deficiencies, including cleaning, greasing and oiling, and submits report indicating equipment condition.
• Communicates with the pipelayer about the alignment of the pipe by using hand signals to ensure the proper depth and placement.
• Knowledge of OSHA trench safety standards.

Job description

Francis O Day Co. Inc., a leading paving and excavation company in Maryland and Virginia, is seeking experienced Excavator Operator s to join our team.

The Excavator Operator (mainline and backfill) role is an hourly skilled craft position whose primary function is the safe and efficient operation of the excavator. A mainline operator is an experienced operator who can cut to grade, handle and place pipe, and has experience working with trench box.