Excavator Operator

Baker Construction•Culpeper, VA

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of a foreman/lead, the Excavator Operator is responsible for operating heavy machinery such as forklifts, backhoes, excavators, dozers, skid steer loaders, track loaders, rubber tire loaders, etc. to move earth, rocks, and debris on construction sites. The Operator is responsible for lay-outs, fine grading, and completing finishing applications and hoisting. Additionally, the Operator ensures the equipment is well maintained and operating efficiently.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
minimum of three years of related experience and/or training
Must be a US Citizen
Must have the ability to exert heavy physical effort, handling average weight objects up to 50 pounds
Ability to kneel, stoop, crouch, balance, climb or crawl
Ability to tolerate heights without fear
Ability to maintain balance

Nice To Haves

OSHA 10 certification, if not we will arrange to receive train

Responsibilities

Sets-up and uses a rotating laser to ensure a level grade
Sets-up and uses a Slope laser to ensure a sloping grade
Maintains production with fine grade operation such as placement of rock trucks
Ensures proper grade is obtained
Determines equipment needed as well as rate of delivery for rock.
Controls and maintains lay-out lines during excavation
Maintains OSHA standards with benching and slopes during and after operation
Determines what type of lay-back or bench is needed for safe working conditions by type of soils
Determines a percentage of spoils to remain for backfill if using on-site materials and places in a manner that is free from wet conditions
Determines how many spoil trucks will be needed for a continuous flow without trucks stacking up or equipment sitting idle
Determines what type of equipment is needed
Determines what type of equipment is needed to produce the required compaction
Exercises the proper methods of backfilling in lifts (for example keep lifts level and consistent for proper compaction)