EXCAVATOR OPERATOR - Underground Utilities

bonnessinc; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation DOE

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

401K with company match

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Great Company Culture

Job summary

Bonness Inc. is seeking an Excavator Operator in Naples, FL, to operate excavators and other heavy equipment for road, site, and highway projects. The role involves digging for deep sewer and working around trench boxes, pipes, and crews in the hole.

The ideal candidate has at least five years of excavator experience in underground utilities and a strong focus on safety and equipment maintenance to meet project demands in varying weather conditions.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or Trade School preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and a clean driving history with at least three years of driving experience.
• At least five years' experience operating an Excavator for Underground Utilities in Road Construction.
• Proficiently operate an Excavator for digging for deep sewer and around trench boxes, pipes, and workers in the hole.

Responsibilities

• Operate an excavator and other heavy equipment used in road, site, or highway construction and paving.
• Follow daily procedures and protocols as set forth in job orientations and trainings, or as instructed by supervisor.
• Perform routine inspection and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and refer defects or needed repairs to supervisor; clean equipment.
• Assist in the installation and maintenance of traffic control devices.
• Perform a variety of tasks involving strenuous manual labor in heavy/roads/highway/construction projects; prepare surfaces for paving.

Skills

Excavator operation

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Road construction basics

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Excavator

Job description

EXCAVATOR OPERATOR

Summary: Operate an Excavator and other heavy equipment utilized in the construction, maintenance, and repair of roads, highways, parking lots, and other large site jobs. The ideal candidate will be experienced in digging for deep sewer and around trench boxes, pipes, and workers in the hole.

Essential Functions

• Operate an excavator and other heavy equipment used in road, site, or highway construction and paving
• Follow daily procedures and protocols as set forth in job orientations and trainings, or as instructed by supervisor
• Perform routine inspection and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and refer defects or needed repairs to supervisor; clean equipment
• Assist in the installation and maintenance of traffic control devices
• Perform a variety of tasks involving strenuous manual labor in heavy/roads/highway/ residential/ commercial construction projects; perform manual work in preparing surfaces for paving
• Properly follow company and OSHA safety procedures
• Ensure that proper incident reporting procedures are followed
• Work independently and complete daily activities according to work schedule

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma, GED, or Trade School preferred
• Valid driver’s license and a minimum of three years of driving experience with a clean driving history
• At least five years' experience operating an Excavator for Underground Utilities in Road Construction
• Proficiently operate an Excavator for digging for deep sewer and around trench boxes, pipes, and workers in the hole
• Considerable knowledge of heavy-equipment operating principles
• Drive and operate equipment under varying working conditions
• Knowledge of hazards and safety precautions common to heavy equipment operation, as well as methods, materials, and tools used in street and road construction work
• Perform manual work requiring periods of extensive physical exertion and potential exposure to adverse weather conditions
• Ability to work from construction specifications or blueprints

Benefits

• Competitive compensation, DOE.
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• 401K with company match
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Great Company Culture

Bonness Inc. is a Drug-Free and Equal Opportunity Employer. This organization participates in E-Verify.