Master the Dig: Journeyman Excavator Operator

Kiewit; San Ygnacio (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking an experienced equipment operator to handle power construction equipment for excavating, moving, and grading material on various sites in Texas. The role includes loading and hauling, road maintenance, and operating equipment in challenging conditions.

Responsibilities include maintaining equipment fluid levels, ensuring safety, and potentially training others. Candidates must follow safety rules and be able to work flexible hours on construction sites.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with field experience preferred.
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions and communicate with supervision.
• Competence in safe use of hand and power tools and layout tools.

Responsibilities

• Operate various construction equipment to excavate, move and grade material.
• Load, haul, and dump materials on roads and rights-of-way across rough surfaces.
• Trench and construct ditches for pipes; inspect equipment and fluid levels.
• May train others in safe operation and basic job techniques.
• Comply with safety, project rules, and perform other duties as required.

Skills

Reading/Comprehension

Communication skills

Tool handling

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Layout tools

Job description

Kiewit is seeking an experienced equipment operator to handle power construction equipment for excavating, moving, and grading material on various sites in Texas. The role includes loading and hauling, road maintenance, and operating equipment in challenging conditions.

Responsibilities include maintaining equipment fluid levels, ensuring safety, and potentially training others. Candidates must follow safety rules and be able to work flexible hours on construction sites.