Webber - Excavator Operator - Heavy Civil

ferrovial; Sebastian (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Ferrovial’s Webber division seeks a construction equipment operator to run crawler or rubber-tired machines equipped with excavator buckets. The role involves digging, trenching, pipe laying, rock placement, and supporting mass excavation projects in outdoor environments.

The candidate will load trucks, coordinate with drivers, perform basic maintenance, and adhere to strict safety policies. A background in heavy construction is preferred and physical stamina is essential.

Qualifications

• Heavy physical activity is required.
• Construction experience is preferred.
• Ability to operate controls and use dexterity for precise movements.
• Adherence to safety policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate a crawler or rubber-tired machine mounted with an excavator bucket.
• Move materials and load trucks with dirt, rocks, and other substances.
• Signal truck drivers and coordinate loading and positioning.
• Perform routine maintenance and adjust equipment as needed.
• Follow safety guidelines and report unsafe conditions to supervision.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Heavy machinery experience

Safety-minded

Education

Less than a High School Diploma

Job description

Join Ferrovial: Where Innovation Meets Opportunity

Are you ready to elevate your career with a global leader in infrastructure solving complex problems and generating a positive outcome on people's lives? At Ferrovial , we are not just a company; we are a community of innovators and trailblazers. Listed on two major stock markets: Nasdaq - 100 Index (US) and IBEX 35 (Spain), we are also member of the Dow Jones Sustainability Index and FTSE4Good. We operate in more than 15 countries and have a workforce of over 22,000 professionals worldwide. Ferrovial's activity is carried out through our business units, including Highways, Airports, Construction, and Energy.

Founded in 1963, Webber , part of Ferrovial Construction, is a leading construction company that specializes in heavy civil, waterworks, energy and infrastructure management and is dedicated to safely providing intelligent solutions to its clients and community. Webber is headquartered in Houston, Texas, with offices and projects in the United States and Canada. Webber supports a wide range of project models to meet client needs, including traditional design bid build, design build, alternative delivery models and public private partnership (P3) solutions. Webber also has an in-house engineering services department to help optimize building efficiency and quality while solving complex project challenges using field experience, innovative construction methods and BIM technology. As a subsidiary of Ferrovial, Webber has access to a global network of skilled engineers, best-in-class technology and vast resources.

Why Ferrovial?

Global presence, local impact : Be part of a company that is shaping the future of infrastructure worldwide, with challenging roles and projects that make a real difference.

Collaborative excellence : Work alongside talented professionals in a collaborative environment where your ideas and contributions are valued.

Inclusive Culture: Thrive in an innovative and respectful workplace that values every voice, celebrates what makes us unique and turns differences into innovation.

Career growth : Benefit from global and cross-business unit mobility, with development processes designed to ensure your professional growth.

Compelling benefits and employee wellbeing : Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that rewards your hard work and dedication and take advantage of initiatives designed to support your physical and psychological health.

Productivity tools : Utilize cutting-edge tools like Microsoft Copilot to enhance your productivity and efficiency.

Job Description:

GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB

Operates a crawler or rubber-tired machine mounted with an excavator bucket. Used for excavating ditches, structures and mass excavations, laying pipe and precast concrete structures, loading trucks and placing rock riprap. May be equipped with various hydraulic attachments.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Start engines, move throttles, switches, and levers, and depress pedals to operate machines.
• Signal truck driver to position truck to facilitate loading of dirt, rocks, and other materials.
• Takeactions to avoid potential hazards and obstructions such as utility lines, other equipment, other workers, and falling objects.
• May oil, grease, or otherwise service the machine.
• Make necessary adjustment to equipment as needed.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Complywith all safety policies, practices and procedures. Reportall unsafe activities to supervisor and/or Human Resources.
• Participatein proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.
• Provideleadership to others through example and sharing of knowledge/skill.
• Performother dutiesas assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Less than a High School Diploma and related construction experience

WORKING CONDITIONS

Outdoors exposed to changing weather conditions (for instance, rain, sun, snow, wind, etc.)

PHYSICALACTIVITYLEVEL

Heavy physical activity performing strenuous day activitiesof a primarily productive/technical nature.

MANUALDEXTERITY

Manual dexterity sufficient to reach/handle items and work with the fingers and perceivesattributes of objects and materials.

Seize the challenge. Movethe world together! Innovative, creative, respectful, and diverse are some of the ways we describe ourselves. We are motivated by challenges, and we collaborate across our business units to move the world together. Your journey to a fulfilling career startshere!

Webber, a Ferrovial company, and its group of companies, are equal opportunity employers. We treatall job applications equally, regardless of gender, color, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, coveredveteran status or protectedgenetic information (each, a "Protected Class"), or any other protected class in accordance with applicablelaws.

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