Heavy Equipment Excavator Operator (CAT) - Full-time

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate all equipment in a safe and efficient manner
• Perform daily safety and maintenance checks on machines
• Practice workplace safety
• Perform deep trenching methods using trench boxes and slide rail systems.
• Dig ditches or trenches, backfill excavations, and level earth to grade specifications.
• Knowledge of operation of excavators and other pieces of heavy equipment (CAT preferred)
• Ability to operate required equipment in a safe and responsible manner
• Ability to work in a safe and responsible manner
• Effective verbal and listening communication skills
• Ability to install sewer, water, duct banks, and storm drain pipes
• Must be honest, trustworthy, and demonstrate sound work ethics
• Must have physical strength, hand-eye coordination, and endurance
• Must have transportation, be punctual, and dependable
• Working knowledge of trench boxes
• Willingness to travel

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Sit 1/3 – 2/3 of the time
• Lift between 25 – 80 pounds - 1/3 to 2/3 of the time
• Reach with hands and arms 1/3 to 2/3 of the time
• Climb or balance 1/3 to 2/3 of the time
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl 1/3 to 2/3 of the time
• Climb up and down ladders
• 5 years experience and/or training (CAT experience preferred).
• Must be able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating maintenance instructions, and process manuals.
• Valid Colorado driver’s license with a safe driving record.

The above declarations are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job described. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned. This is a full-time position.  Employment is contingent on e-verification, pre-employment drug screening, background checks, and reference checks. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.