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American Construction & Excavation

Heavy Equipment Operator

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An Operating Engineer or Heavy Equipment Operator drives and operates heavy equipment used in quarries, construction sites, landfills, refuse and recycling centers, or ports. Heavy Equipment may include, but is not limited to, bulldozers, excavators, paving equipment and pile drivers.

$63,302 / year median in California

+6% projected growth

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Job Description

Heavy Equipment Operator American Construction & Excavation Bakersfield, CA Job Details Full-time $26 - $30 an hour 18 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Qualifications Excavator Excavation High school diploma or GED Driver's License Construction utility work Underground construction Construction experience Backhoe operation Wheel loader Full Job Description
DO NOT CONTACT OUR OFFICE BY PHONE. ALL HIRING IS DONE THROUGH EMAIL/INDEED.
We are a construction company specializing in the installation of wet and dry utilities, (sewer, water, storm drain, & conduit). We are Currently seeking Backhoe, Excavator and Loader operators, familiar with Cat controls, who have a minimum of 3 years experience in underground construction. Operators may be responsible for duties such as greasing the machine, checking fluids, recording machine hours and reporting maintenance issues
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Must be able to work in cold/hot temperatures and wet environment. Continuous use of both hands; including grasping, lifting up to 75lbs, pulling and pushing, sight, hearing, lifting, standing, climbing, stairways, walking on even and uneven surfaces, bending, twisting, reaching forward, reaching overhead, reaching below shoulder, wrist turning, neck turning.
REQUIREMENTS
: Ambitious & motivated employees, reliable transportation, pre-employment drug screening, must be able to work weekends. Equipment tryouts are required for all operators. Pay ranges from $26-$30 an hour depending on experience. . Must have reliable transportation and be able to pass a pre employment drug test.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$26.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance
Education:
High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
Underground Construction:
3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
Driver's License (Preferred)
Work Location:
In person

Benefits

  • 401(k) Plans
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance