Excavator Operator

Turner Mining Group • Charles Town, WV

81d • Onsite

About The Position

We are hiring a Mass Excavator Operator for a direct placement opportunity in Charles Town, WV. In this role, you’ll take command of a high-production CAT 352 (Mass Excavation Configuration) to tackle heavy bulk cuts and fills, construct haul roads and building pads, and work alongside underground utility teams on major civil projects.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience operating heavy excavators on mass earthwork, bulk cut/fill, and site development projects.
• Proven expertise in rapid truck loading, pad building, and haul road creation.
• Active OSHA 10 certification and a valid Driver's License are required.
• Familiarity working around or prepping ground for underground utility infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Masterfully operate a CAT 352 Mass Excavation Excavator for bulk earthmoving, heavy cut/fill operations, and site clearing.
• Load off-road and highway haul trucks safely, evenly, and rapidly to keep production cycle times at peak efficiency.
• Build smooth haul roads, construct building pads, and shape mass site contours to exact project plan specifications.
• Perform deep bulk excavations and ground prep to support underground utility installation crews.
• Complete required daily equipment logs, conduct daily walkarounds, manage fluid levels, grease key points, and report mechanical needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed