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State Utility Contractors

Excavator Operator Wilmington NC Region

State Utility Contractors, Wilmington, North Carolina, United States, 28412

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Salary based on the depth of construction experience - Salary Range - $55,000 to $75,000 (Compensation Range based on Overtime and Bonus Structure) **

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-Summary/Objective-

Excavator Operator

-Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience operating excavators (operating weight 20,000 lbs. or more) on pipeline construction projects. Some manual labor may be required.

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Mainline Excavator Position Responsibilities:

- Excavate line and grade for mainline waterline according to project plans

- Excavate around existing utilities with precision

- Understand and implement trench depth amp; grade

- Understand and implement pothole procedure, pipeline amp; grade compaction

- Knowledge of excavation, trenching amp; shoring practices

- Understand and implement the proper rigging for all materials being lowered into the trench

- OSHA Certified competent person for trenching amp; shoring

- Thorough knowledge of equipment maintenance to ensure safe and reliable equipment at all times

-This will be a full-time position with some travel required.

-All Candidates must be able to meet the following requirements:

-Have a valid driver’s license with a clean record

-Pass a pre-employment drug screen

-Display a professional and courteous attitude at all times

-Be willing to work nights and weekends when required

-Be able to work overtime when required

-Be willing to work outdoors in extreme conditions (hot/cold)

-Be able to do preventive maintenance on equipment, (grease fittings, check fluid levels, refuel)

-Strictly adhere to company Safety requirements and procedures

-Have the willingness to work in a team environment

Benefits provided:

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

401K Retirement Plan

ESOP - Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Health/Dental/Life/ and Short Term Disability Insurance

-Salary Range: Between $55,000. to $75,000 per year based on experience and abilities

Please attach your resume and references in the following application.