Skilled Excavator Operator - Energy Storage Site

Mortenson; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

401k match

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Mental health resources

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Gym membership

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking an Excavator Operator to operate earth-moving equipment in accordance with job plans and Mortenson safety policies. You will perform routine maintenance, monitor equipment, and support crew with safe, efficient operations.

The role requires at least one year of experience, a valid driver's license, and the ability to work with diverse teams. This is a hands-on field position emphasizing safety and reliability.

Qualifications

• Equipment certifications required.
• Minimum one year of related experience.
• Current driver's license with endorsements as required by law.
• Strong teamwork orientation and customer service skills.
• Detail-oriented with ability to read safety rules and manuals.
• Ability to operate equipment by moving levers and pedals; basic math skills.
• Ability to work independently with good communication and listening.
• Repetitive movements and lifting up to 50 lbs; heavier lifting with assistance.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment such as blade, dozer, loader, scraper, forklift/telehandler, crane, bobcat/skid-steer, boom lifts/aerial lifts, roller, backhoe, and track crane.
• Follow safety regulations and maintain clean, orderly work area.
• Perform routine maintenance, observe operation, and detect malfunctions.
• Follow work plans and pre-task cards.
• Build relationships across diverse backgrounds and organizational levels.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Equipment certs

1 year exp

Driver's license

Teamwork

Customer service

Attention to detail

Reading manuals

Math skills

Independent work

Tools

Blade

Dozer

Loader

Scraper

Forklift/Telehandler

Crane

Bobcat/Skid-Steer

Boom lifts

Roller

Backhoe

Track crane

Job description

Mortenson is seeking an Excavator Operator to operate earth-moving equipment in accordance with job plans and Mortenson safety policies. You will perform routine maintenance, monitor equipment, and support crew with safe, efficient operations.

The role requires at least one year of experience, a valid driver's license, and the ability to work with diverse teams. This is a hands-on field position emphasizing safety and reliability.