Excavator Operator (Meta Data Center, Rayville, La)

Lemoine International Gmbh • Monroe, LA

312d

About The Position

LEMOINE, a Great Place to Work®-Certified company, is seeking an Excavator Operator to join our growing team. At LEMOINE, we strive for excellence in construction while enhancing the lives of those we impact. We achieve this by upholding our Core Purpose and Core Values throughout our organization. Our Civil Group is committed to delivering high-quality projects, and we are looking for skilled Excavator Operators to contribute to our success. The Excavator Operator is responsible for safely and efficiently operating excavators to perform earthmoving, trenching, and site preparation tasks on a large-scale civil construction project. This role requires experience operating 490 Excavators or 350 Excavators. Familiarity with Grade Control systems (Trimble, Topcon, Leica) is preferred. The Excavator Operator will work as part of a construction crew to support excavation, material handling, grading, and utility installation in compliance with safety regulations and project specifications.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3+ years of experience operating excavators on civil construction projects.
• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred but not required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with Grade Control systems (e.g., Trimble, Topcon, Leica) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate 490 Excavators or 350 Excavators to perform excavation, trenching, grading, and material movement.
• Adjust machine controls and settings to ensure precision and efficiency in accordance with project specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, grade stakes, and hand signals from spotters and supervisors.
• Utilize Grade Control systems (if applicable) to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
• Excavate to required depths and dimensions while maintaining safety and stability.
• Load trucks, move earth, and perform fine grading to support construction and infrastructure projects.
• Conduct daily pre-operation inspections and complete the Daily Equipment Inspection Checklist to ensure proper functionality.
• Perform minor maintenance, cleaning, and servicing of excavators to maintain operational efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA safety standards and all company policies while working on active construction sites.
• Maintain awareness of surrounding crew members, utilities, and structures to operate machinery safely.
• Assist in other job site duties, including general labor, as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor or project manager.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Construction of Buildings
• Education Level: High school or GED