Track Hoe Operator

Thompson Concrete Construction; Kentucky; On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Life Insurance (Optional)

Disability (Short & Long-Term)

401(k) with Matching

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Thompson Concrete Construction in Kentucky is seeking a Track Hoe Operator to safely and efficiently operate excavators on commercial concrete projects, helping with site preparation, grading, and material handling while coordinating with foremen and the crew. You will perform inspections, maintain a clean work area, and adhere to OSHA safety standards to keep production flowing.

Prior track hoe or heavy equipment experience and a valid driver's license are preferred, with ESOP benefits and a

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating track hoes, excavators, or similar heavy equipment in a commercial construction environment.
• Strong safety mindset and ability to work around utilities and active job sites.
• Good communication with foremen, superintendents, and crew members to keep work progressing smoothly.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate track hoes, excavators, and other equipment on commercial concrete projects.
• Perform excavation, trenching, grading, backfill, and material movement as directed.
• Read and understand basic site plans, grade stakes, elevations, and field instructions.

Skills

Track Hoe Experience

Safety Consciousness

Communication Skills

Job description

The Track Hoe Operator is responsible for safely and efficiently operating excavators and related equipment to support Thompson Concrete’s commercial concrete projects. This role plays an important part in site preparation, excavation, backfill, grading, material handling, demolition support, and maintaining production while working closely with foremen, superintendents, laborers, finishers, operators, and project teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate track hoes, excavators, and other assigned equipment on commercial concrete construction projects.
• Perform excavation, trenching, footing excavation, grading, backfill, loading, demolition support, and material movement as directed.
• Read and understand basic site plans, grade stakes, layout marks, elevations, and instructions from field leadership.
• Work closely with foremen, superintendents, laborers, finishers, and other operators to keep the job moving safely and efficiently.
• Complete daily equipment inspections and report maintenance needs, unsafe conditions, or mechanical issues right away.
• Maintain awareness of underground utilities, overhead hazards, nearby workers, equipment traffic, and changing jobsite conditions.
• Assist with setting up safe digging areas, access paths, spoil piles, staging areas, and jobsite logistics.
• Support concrete crews by preparing work areas, maintaining production flow, and helping keep equipment and materials organized.
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area throughout the shift.
• Follow Thompson Concrete safety standards, jobsite rules, OSHA requirements, and company procedures at all times.
• Communicate clearly with spotters, crew members, truck drivers, supervisors, and other trades working near the equipment.
• Represent Thompson Concrete with professionalism, teamwork, and pride in the work being performed.
• Employee Stock Options (ESOP)
• Optional Life Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) w/ Matching
• Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating track hoes, excavators, or similar heavy equipment in a commercial construction environment.
• Experience with excavation, trenching, footing work, grading, backfill, loading trucks, and working around concrete crews is preferred.
• Strong commitment to safety, including working around utilities, people, equipment, trucks, and active job site conditions.
• Ability to understand field direction, grade marks, layout, elevations, basic drawings, and daily work plans.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work well with foremen, superintendents, operators, laborers, and other trades.
• Dependable, production-minded, and willing to help the crew when equipment work slows down.
• Ability to perform daily equipment checks and identify maintenance or safety concerns before they become larger problems.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet company requirements may be required.

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for a Track Hoe Operator who works safely, takes pride in clean and accurate work, communicates well with the crew, and understands how equipment production affects the entire job. The right person is dependable, aware of their surroundings, willing to help the team, and committed to doing the work the right way.

Why Join Thompson Concrete?

• Join an employee-owned company where your work in the field directly contributes to shared success.
• Become part of a family of more than 600 ESOP owners across 7 different companies.
• Work with a company that has served Ohio and the surrounding region for more than three decades.
• Support strong crews on complex commercial concrete projects that shape communities throughout the region.
• Be part of a team known for safety, quality workmanship, field leadership, and long-term client relationships.
• Grow your career with a company that values faith, family, safety, integrity, quality, teamwork, trust, respect, empowerment, and ownership.