Utility- Lead Excavator Operator

Hoopaugh Grading Company•Charlotte, NC

6h•Onsite

About The Position

Hoopaugh Grading Company, LLC (“HGC”) is actively seeking a Lead Excavator Operator with pipeline experience. This position will be under the direction and supervision of a foreman or superintendent and will work with a team of other construction professionals. The job description noted below is not intended to describe, in detail, the multitude of tasks that may be assigned but rather to give the employee a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations of his/her position.

Requirements

Must have experience operating an excavator for pipeline work, digging inside a trench box and lifting & setting heavy loads, such as precast structures & pipe.
Must be familiar with OSHA Trenching and Shoring requirements.
Must be able to read and understand grade stakes.
Must have two (2) years or more of industry-related experience is required for this position.
Must be willing to work Monday through Friday 7AM-5:30PM, or other schedule as may be assigned by the foreman or superintendent, as well as Saturdays when needed.
Must be able to communicate effectively with supervisors and teammates.
Must be able to understand site goals and direction.
Must pass a pre-employment drug and background screening.
Must have reliable transportation.
Must be 18 years of age or older.

Responsibilities

Utilize HGC’s Core Values in daily duties.
Communicate professionally with everyone on site, including but not limited to supervisors, teammates, contractors, clients and vendor partners.
Understand, interpret, and follow goals and directions from a foreman or superintendent.
Maintain a clean inside of all equipment.
Maintain attendance at work, including presence at work during regular work hours or other schedule as may be assigned by the foreman or superintendent. Acceptance of overtime assignments also may be required in order to operational needs.
Attend training at HGC Academy
Perform other various assignments as assigned, including but not limited to: assisting in other roles on the crew.