Senior Excavator Operator (Roads & Bridges)

Blythe Construction; Wake Forest (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Paid Vacation & Holiday Pay

Company Paid Life Insurance

401(k) Plan w/Employer Match

Annual Stock Purchase Opportunities

Health and Wellness Benefits

Job summary

Blythe Construction is seeking an Excavator Operator to perform safe, precise material removal with an excavator at our job sites. You will work near heavy equipment and people, ensuring daily fluid checks and pre-operation inspections.

Qualified candidates have 3–5 years of relevant experience, a high school diploma or GED, and experience with Cat 249 or larger machines, rock plating, and heavy slopes. This is a full-time, on-site role with benefits.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of industry related experience is required.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Must be able to understand work directions and communicate effectively with job site supervisors and fellow employees.
• Experience with Cat 249 size or bigger excavator.
• Experience with rock plating, embankments, and steep slopes in mountainous or rocky terrains is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate an excavator in close proximity to equipment and the public safely.
• Perform daily fluid level checks (oil, water, fuel) and inspect for leaks or damage before operation.
• Maintain and notify supervisor of any equipment needing repairs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excavator operation

Safety awareness

Site communication

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

Understand work directions and communicate with supervisors

Tools

Cat 249 excavator

Job description

Blythe Construction is seeking an Excavator Operator to perform safe, precise material removal with an excavator at our job sites. You will work near heavy equipment and people, ensuring daily fluid checks and pre-operation inspections.

Qualified candidates have 3–5 years of relevant experience, a high school diploma or GED, and experience with Cat 249 or larger machines, rock plating, and heavy slopes. This is a full-time, on-site role with benefits.