Excavator Operator for Grading Operations

Sanford Contractors has Excavator Operator for Grading Operations positions available for dedicated, experienced, and efficient team members. You'll safely and efficiently operate excavators for earth-moving operations. Join for great benefits, family owned, and a friendly team.

Excavator Operator for Grading Operations: Team member is responsible for the efficient and safe operation of Excavators for the purposes of earth-moving operations

Core Competencies:

Effective communication skills; must be able to understand and speak English

Working knowledge of all applicable OSHA standards

Attention to detail and accuracy

Willingness to react to changes in priorities

Core Duties:

Be a mentor to other team members by teaching them proper techniques of Excavator operation for grading operations

Be punctual, dependable, and professional at all times

Work with cost effectiveness, profitability, and safety in mind

Lead by example

Lead the safety effort by recognizing and correcting hazards as soon as they are present

Arrive at work prior to designated work start time

Attend daily safety and project coordination meeting

Proficient in safe operation of CAT Excavators (CAT 345, 346, 349)

Check fluid levels daily before use

Use correct lifting devices to maintain safety for all team members within the equipment radius

Unload delivered construction materials

Assist in locating existing utilities to avoid damage

Ensure equipment stays in clean working order and report any issues to Pipe/Grade Foreman

Restore post construction work to original condition or better

Communicate time away from work with your team leader and other team members with sufficient notice to make plans for changing personnel to focus on the priorities

Willingness to work hours as required

Education/Training/Certification (Preferred not required):

• OSHA Training
• MSHA Part 46 Training
• Trenching and Shoring Competent Person
• Rigging
• First Aid/CPR

Benefits:

At the heart of Sanford Contractors Inc. core principles, is the commitment to make a positive difference in the lives of our team members. Our comprehensive benefits package is custom designed to achieve that goal through access to the following:

Medical, Dental and Vision plans

Health Savings Account (HSA)

401K

Short- and long-term disability

Team Member Referral Program

Life insurance

Company Paid Holidays and PTO (Paid time off)

Direct Deposit

*Sanford Contractors is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

* Labor Activities– Physical Requirements

Must be able to lift more than 50 lbs, bend, stoop, kneel, and climb ladders regularly. Work involves frequent shoveling, raking, using hand tools and handling materials in and around trenches or uneven terrain. Requires standing or walking for extended periods and working outdoors in various weather conditions.