Webber Excavator Operator - Heavy Civil

Ferrovial • Atlanta, GA

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About The Position

The Excavator Operator operates a crawler or rubber-tired machine equipped with an excavator bucket to excavate ditches, structures, and mass excavations; lay pipe and precast concrete structures; load trucks; and place rock riprap. The machine may also be equipped with various hydraulic attachments.

The operator starts and controls the machine, coordinates truck positioning for loading, avoids hazards and obstructions, and may service and adjust the equipment. The role involves outdoor work in changing weather conditions and heavy physical activity. The position is with Webber, part of Ferrovial Construction.

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

• Operate a crawler or rubber-tired excavator to excavate ditches, structures, and mass excavations; lay pipe and precast concrete structures; load trucks; and place rock riprap.
• Start engines and operate 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, other equipment, workers, and falling objects.
• Oil, grease, or otherwise service the machine as needed.
• Make necessary equipment adjustments.
• Comply with safety policies, practices, and procedures.
• Report unsafe activities to a supervisor and/or Human Resources.
• Participate in team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.
• Provide leadership through example and sharing knowledge and skills.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Initiatives designed to support physical and psychological health.
• Career development processes and global and cross-business-unit mobility opportunities.
• Productivity tools such as Microsoft Copilot.

What This Job Offers

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