Excavator Operator

Blythe Construction Inc Excavator Operator High Point NC27265

General Description

The Excavator Operator will work in close proximity to equipment and people and operate an excavator to remove materials in a safe manner.

Key Duties

• Operate a excavator in close proximity to equipment and the public safely. • Perform daily fluid level checks on oil, water, and fuel. • Visual inspection for obvious leaks and damage to machine before operation of equipment as well as safety equipment checks. • Responsible for daily maintenance of equipment to remain in proper and safe working order. • Responsible for notifying supervisor if equipment needs to be repaired. • Other duties as assigned.

Qualification Requirements

General

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each Key Duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience

This position typically is not an entry-level job as it requires demonstrable previous experience as an Excavator Operator. A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is preferred. Must be able to understand work directions and communicate effectively with job site supervisors and fellow employees.

Three to five years or more of industry-related experience is required for this position, with an emphasis on roads, highways, and bridges. At least three years of experience with Cat 249 size or bigger excavator. Experience in placing rock plating and embarkments and working steep slopes in mountain areas or rock quarries is minimum three years preferred.

Physical Demands

The following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by a Excavator Operator to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:

• Constant physical effort including standing is required during a regular work shift of at least eight hours per day. • Employee must be able to stand for extended periods of time and to stoop, bend, and crouch as required to perform Key Duties. • Ability to lift and carry on a frequent basis at least 50 pounds and at times as much as 90 pounds as may be assigned. • Manual dexterity to hand-carry generators, lumber, and other construction materials, forms power tools, and hand tools. • Physical dexterity involving stretching, proper placement of legs and use of arms and hands in repetitive motions. • Maintain constant alertness to the multiple concurrent activities of the construction site, including the activities of other employees and contractors, the operation of stationary equipment, and the movement of mobile equipment. • Frequently walk on uneven surfaces, including natural ground in varying weather conditions. • Capable of being certified to enter confined spaces, including climbing into and out of excavations up to 20 feet in depth using ladders or crawling as required. • Sufficient skill and visual acuity under varying degrees of light, darkness, and weather conditions to provide direction and flagging for operators of cranes with rated capacities of up to 300 tons.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described below are representative of those that a Excavator Operator encounters while performing the essential functions of this job:

• Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions. • Work environment periodically exposes the employees to high levels of noise, grease, and dust that are typically associated with a construction project. • Employee regularly works near heavy equipment and moving machinery. • Work may involve a variety of substances commonly found on construction sites, such as form oil, grease, curing compounds, gasoline, diesel fuel, and ready mixed concrete.

Company Benefits

Blythe Construction Inc. offers the following benefits:

• Company Paid Basic Life Insurance • Company Paid Long Term Disability Policy • Company Paid Vacation & Holiday Pay • Company Paid Parental Leave • Company Paid Maternity Leave • Company Paid Employee/Family Assistance Program (EAP) • Voluntary Medical & Vision Insurance • Voluntary Dental Insurance • Voluntary Short Term Disability • Voluntary Supplemental Term Life • Voluntary Accident Legal Hospital Critical Illness Policies • 401k Plan with Employer Match • Annual Company Stock Purchase Opportunities • Discount Partnerships (Verizon, Ford, Perkspot) • Health and Wellness Benefits, including Monthly Gym Fitness Incentives

We promote a Drug-Free Workplace.

EOE AA MFVetDisability are encouraged to apply.

Blythe Construction Inc. - Hubbard Construction Company - Northeast Paving - Sunmount Paving - Virginia Paving Company are hereby referred to as Vinci Construction USA.

Accessibility

If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at:

Blythe Construction Inc. Phone: 704-375-8474 Hubbard Construction Company Phone: 407-645-5500 Eurovia Atlantic Coast LLC Phone: 704-375-8474 Vinci Construction USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Vinci Construction USA is committed to providing a fair and equal employment opportunity workplace. All hiring and promotional decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, including pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status that is protected by federal, state, or local law.

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