Webber Excavator Operator - Heavy Civil
About The Position
Webber, part of Ferrovial Construction, is hiring an Excavator Operator for heavy civil construction work. The role operates crawler or rubber-tired excavators equipped with buckets and potentially other hydraulic attachments. Equipment is used to excavate ditches, structures, and mass excavations; lay pipe and precast concrete structures; load trucks; and place rock riprap. The operator starts and controls machinery, coordinates truck positioning during loading, avoids hazards and obstructions, services equipment as needed, and makes necessary equipment adjustments. The role works outdoors in changing weather and involves strenuous physical activity and manual dexterity.
Requirements
- Less than a high school diploma and related construction experience.
- Manual dexterity sufficient to reach and handle items, work with fingers, and perceive attributes of objects and materials.
Responsibilities
- Start engines and operate machinery using throttles, switches, levers, and pedals.
- Signal truck drivers to position trucks for loading dirt, rocks, and other materials.
- Take action to avoid hazards and obstructions, including utility lines, equipment, workers, and falling objects.
- Oil, grease, or otherwise service the machine as needed.
- Make necessary adjustments to equipment.
- Comply with safety policies, practices, and procedures, and report unsafe activities to a supervisor and/or Human Resources.
- Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.
- Provide leadership to others through example and sharing knowledge or skills.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Initiatives designed to support physical and psychological health.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
