Lead Excavator Operator- Pipe

Garney Construction; Louisiana (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)

Health Saving Account (HSA)

Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)

Virtual doctor visits

401(k) plan with a 3.5% match

Free medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans ($0 premiums)

Weekly paychecks

Paid time off

Access to mental health counseling

Job summary

Garney Construction is seeking an Excavator Operator for its Rayville, LA project. The role requires operating machinery for various tasks, including excavating and backfilling, along with prior construction experience. Candidates must possess strong knowledge of equipment operations and maintenance and should be prepared to work overtime and travel.

The position also comes with an extensive range of benefits, such as free medical plans, employee stock ownership, and wellness programs, making it an attractive opportunity for skilled workers.

Qualifications

• Five years of construction experience operating a Cat 336 excavator or bigger.
• Firm knowledge of equipment operations and maintenance.
• Experience with trench boxes and shoring.

Responsibilities

• Operate an excavator safely as part of a crew.
• Perform operator level maintenance on the machine.
• Understand safe working loads and signals.
• Handle trench boxes of all sizes and shapes.

Skills

Construction experience

Equipment operations and maintenance

Trench boxes and shoring experience

Ability to work overtime

Willingness to travel

Tools

Cat 336 excavator or larger

Job description

An Excavator Operator job in Rayville LA is available at Garney Construction. To be considered for this position you must have previous construction experience. As an Excavator Operator, you will operate machinery to perform activities such as excavating, backfilling, trenching, ditching, clearing, looming, fine grading, and final clean up. The operator may perform functions of a laborer as required.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Operate an excavator safely as part of a crew.
• Perform operator level maintenance on the machine.
• Understand safe working loads and signals.
• Handle trench boxes of all sizes and shapes.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Five years of construction experience operating a Cat 336 excavator or bigger.
• Firm knowledge of equipment operations and maintenance.
• Experience with trench boxes and shoring.
• Must be able to work overtime.
• Must be willing to travel.

LET'S TALK THE PERKS

• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
• Health Saving Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Teladoc
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free Wellness Program
• Holidays and PTO

CONTACT US

If you are interested in this Excavator Operator position in Rayville LA, then please APPLY NOW. For other opportunities available at Garney Construction go to careers.garney.com. If you have questions about the position or would like more information, please contact Anthony Martinez at 407-395-7674 or by email at [e-mail].

Garney and its subsidiaries are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. Garney is a background screening, drug‑free workplace.

Agency Disclaimer: All vendors must have a signed Garney Agreement, authorized by the Executive Team, to receive payment for any placement. Verbal or written commitments made by anyone other than a member of the Executive Team will not be considered binding. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Garney or submitted to employees outside of the Recruiting Team will be deemed the property of Garney. In such cases, Garney will not be obligated to pay any placement fees.

THE BENEFITS OF WORKING AT GARNEY

• Free medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans ($0 premiums)
• Virtual doctor visits with no co‑pay
• Shares of company stock at no cost starting your first day
• 401(k) plan with a 3.5% match
• Student loan resources
• Weekly paychecksPaid time off
• 8 paid holidays
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with a lump sum and matching contributions
• Free life insurance & disability policy
• Free access to healthcare coordinators
• Counseling sessions with mental health professionals at no cost
• Access to consultations with legal/financial professionals at no cost
• Free programs assisting with weight loss, maternity health, prescriptions for chronic conditions, and more
• 50% employee discount in the Garney apparel store

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