GPS Trackhoe Operator

Barnhill Contracting Co.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (BCBSNC)

Dental

Vision

Short Term Disability Insurance

Long Term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Weather Related Pay

401(k) and Profit Sharing

CareOne (EAP)

Corporate Chaplains of America

Job summary

Barnhill Contracting Company is seeking an experienced excavator operator to perform finish and grade work across Private and NCDOT projects. You will load materials, dig, slope, and ensure precise grading using GPS and 3D machine guidance.

Qualifications include at least 5 years of excavator experience, ability to read grade stakes, and a strong safety record. The role requires reliability, teamwork and willingness to work long hours in demanding field conditions.

Qualifications

• 5 years minimum experience in finish or fine grade operation with an excavator.
• Ability to understand grade stakes and knowledge of GPS operation.
• Ability to use advanced 3D machine guidance and GPS/GNSS technology inside the cab to dig and grade with high precision
• Must be a reliable and trustworthy individual that will be a team player.
• Maintain a good attendance and safety record.

Responsibilities

• Operating an excavator to perform rough grade, slope work, borrow and excavating operations on various projects.
• Must be able to perform walk around inspections of equipment before operation and at the end of shift.
• Being versatile in other types of heavy equipment is a plus.
• Job entails being very productive in all aspects of Private and NCDOT work.

Skills

Excavator operation

GPS operation

3D machine guidance

Safety awareness

Team player

Tools

GPS/GNSS in-cab

Grade stake reading

Job description

Company Overview

Barnhill Contracting Company’s success is built on the values, principles and vision of the man – Robert E. Barnhill, Sr. – whose name we proudly bear. Robert Barnhill built this company on a foundational belief that there is power in people. He was a motivator. A hard worker. A leader of leaders. His passion for people and his firm belief in the Golden Rule – treating others as you want to be treated – still drive us today. We are firm, flexible and honest. We do the right thing, every single time. We empower our leaders in the field to be decision makers. We are easy to work with – a core philosophy that is both intentional and deliberate. One that requires discipline. Grit. All of these qualities, along with our founder’s vision, have helped grow Barnhill Contracting Company into one of the Southeast’s leading contractors. Our success is built from the dedicated service of each and every one of our employees. Construction is hard work – long hours and immense pressure to meet critical deadlines – and we are proud to employ the most talented group of people in the industry. When you join the Barnhill team, you become part of the Barnhill Family.

Job Description

Operate various types of track excavators to perform various types of work such as but not limited to loading borrow material, excavating, ditching and slope work. Will need MSHA Training to work in sand pits or mine sites.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

Operating an excavator to perform rough grade, slope work, borrow and excavating operations on various projects. Must be able to perform walk around inspections of equipment before operation and at the end of shift. Being versatile in other types of heavy equipment is a plus. Job entails being very productive in all aspects of Private and NCDOT work.

Minimum Qualifications & Training

5 years minimum experience in finish or fine grade operation with an excavator. Ability to understand grade stakes and knowledge of GPS operation. Ability to use advanced 3D machine guidance and GPS/GNSS technology inside the cab to dig and grade with high precision Ability to abide by strict but necessary safety rules and policies and follow instructions. Must be a reliable and trustworthy individual that will be a team player. Maintain a good attendance and safety record.

Tasks Essential to Job Functions

Occasional standing and walking required. Ability to work long periods of time while sitting in the operator`s station. Ability to operate equipment at recommended speeds and peaks of operation. Must be productive during each shift and be willing to meet the goals that are set. Visual activity – ability to develop a mental picture of the finish product and then execute the necessary skills to productively complete each required task.

What We Offer

• Choice of Health Insurance options (BCBSNC)
• Dental
• Vision
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Weather Related Pay
• 401(k) and Profit Sharing
• CareOne (EAP)
• Corporate Chaplains of America

Barnhill Contracting Company is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Welcome to Barnhill Careers! Barnhill was founded in 1949 by Robert E. Barnhill, Sr., using surplus army equipment and machinery purchased from the government after WWII. Our company’s success is built on the values of our founder who strongly believed in the power of people. Our roots run deep and his passion for people still drives us today. Barnhill is a full-service construction company offering services in commercial building, site development, asphalt paving and asphalt manufacturing. Humble, honest and hard-working, our projects are guaranteed to be stamped with the Barnhill Built reputation for quality and commitment.

We are a family of builders, creating solutions that enable our partners to succeed, our communities to thrive and our employees to grow.

Barnhill will be the best place to work and build a meaningful career as our company continues to develop a highly engaged, high performing workforce while maintaining our core values.

We embrace the following values: commitment, family, integrity, learning and development, and diversity.

Barnhill operates as one family through two companies under the Barnhill brand: Barnhill Contracting Company and Barnhill Building Group.

Barnhill Contracting Company is the civil side of the business, providing grading and paving services, supported by a large equipment fleet, asphalt plants, and in‑house maintenance teams.

Barnhill Building Group is our vertical construction arm and, since its first project in 1977, has built a strong reputation for safely delivering high‑quality projects on time and on budget, with trust, innovation, and integrity at the heart of the Barnhill name.

When you join the Barnhill team, you become part of one big family. Your success is our success and is built from the dedicated service of each and every one of our employees. We believe in working hard, hitting and beating deadlines, and serving our communities. We can’t do any of that without you.

We offer a competitive benefits package that provides you and your family with the tools needed to excel not only at work, but in life too.

Health & Wellness

Four Blue Cross Blue Shield of NC medical plans, plus Principal dental and vision coverage. Save $600 yearly with your annual physical.

PTO/Weather & Night Pay

All full-time employees receive paid holidays and PTO. Field Staff also receive weather and nightshift pay (conditions apply).

Retirement Savings

Barnhill offers 401(k) with Traditional/Roth options and a Profit-Sharing Plan.

Employee Programs

We support your life and career through a Financial Wellness Program, Corporate Chaplains, E4E (Employee for Employee) Grants and Volunteer Assistance, Scholarships, Referral Incentives and more.

Leadership & Development

Barnhill provides career growth through Values-Based Leadership initiatives, Mentorship opportunities, Values in Action Awards, Equipment Training, Emerging Leaders, Leadership Academy, and more.

Internship Programs

Barnhill also offers summer internships where students can learn and grow with boots‑on‑the‑ground, real experience.