Georgia Dirt Crew Excavator Operator

Vallencourt Constuction Company; Georgia; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction firm in Georgia is seeking a Dirt Crew Excavator Operator. The role involves operating heavy equipment, performing manual labor, and ensuring the safety and maintenance of equipment in various outdoor environments. Candidates must be able to lift heavy objects and work in extreme weather conditions. This position requires long hours and adherence to safety regulations, including the use of personal protective equipment. Equal Opportunity Employer, encouraging applications from disabled individuals and veterans.

Qualifications

• Ability to sit or stand for multiple hours.
• Willingness to work long hours, including weekends.
• Capable of working in outdoor environments and weather conditions.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and perform manual labor tasks.
• Must wear required PPE according to safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure company equipment is operated and maintained properly.
• Inspect equipment before each startup.
• Operate heavy equipment including excavators and dozers.
• Assist with traffic control as needed.
• Perform manual labor as required.

Job description

Dirt Crew Excavator Operator- caters towards digging ponds, shaping swale and ditching.

Essential Functions of the position

• Must be able to sit or stand for multiple hours
• Must be able to work long hours, weekends and as necessary to complete assignments.
• Must be able to work in outdoor environments and be exposed to heat, rain, cold, wind, and other weather activities
• Must be able to walk long distances.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Must be able to perform manual labor including but not limited to raking, shoveling, chopping, hammering etc.
• Must be able to wear required PPE as per safety manual and OSHA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure company equipment is lawfully operated, cared for, maintained and used effectively.
• Inspect all company equipment before each startup for brakes, horn, steering, fluids, back-up alarm as well as other safety and functional items
• Operate all heavy equipment as requested including but not limited to excavators, dozers, loaders, brooms, trucks, skid steers, rollers etc.
• Assist with traffic control as needed
• Work in outdoor environments consisting of, but not limited to, cold, heat, dust, smoke, rain and other extreme conditions as needed to complete work assigned
• Assist laborers with manual labor which can include, but is not limited to raking, shoveling, hooking up pumps, installing pipe, mixing concrete, carrying materials, throwing sod, seeding, etc.
• Ensure equipment is only operated in a safe manner
• Wear all PPE as required per safety manual and OSHA regulations.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.