Excavator Operator

We are currently seeking a skilled Excavator Operator to join our growing construction company. A strong work ethic, attention to detail, willingness to travel, and dependability are a must.

Job Details

• $27 per hour and up depending on experience
• 50 or more hours per week (no weekend work)
• Some projects require being out of town Monday-Friday (home on weekends)
• Transportation provided from Kearney, NE when working out of town
• Paid travel time
• Hotel paid by company
• Nightly per diem for meals when working out of town
• Year-round employment (no winter layoffs)

Requirements

• 5+ years previous experience as an Excavator Operator performing the tasks listed below.
• Previous experience and the ability to run an excavator in a safe and efficient manner is required.
• Experience running excavators in pipe laying operations is required.
• Ability to run backfill excavator and/or lead excavator in pipeline operations.
• Operation of backfill excavator normally involves use of sheepsfoot compaction wheel. Must be able to achieve specified compaction moisture and density requirements.
• Operation of lead excavator will require use of trench boxes, shoring, sloping, benching, etc.
• Responsible for maintenance and basic repairs of excavator.
• Ability to calculate slopes and grades, perform surveying, use pipe laser, etc. for pipe laying.
• Some manual labor is required each day.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds individually or as a team when carrying loads heavier than 50 pounds.
• Ability to sit, stand and walk for long periods of time.
• Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl throughout each day.
• Operate other heavy equipment consistent with skill level and training.
• Willingness to abide by all safety rules. Safety training will be provided on the job and via formal training.
• Valid driver’s license preferred but not required.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment (post-offer) drug screen.
• Must be authorized to work in the US.

Benefits

• Paid vacations, PTO, and holidays.
• Health Insurance: Company pays half of the premiums for employee and family members
• Life Insurance: Company pays half of the premiums for employee and family members
• 401k plan including company match (immediate vesting of company match)
• Cafeteria/Flexible Benefits Plan
• Aflac Supplemental Insurance