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Skilled Equipment Operator•Structural Mass Excavation and Infrastructure Utilities Black Ark Builders Meridian, ID Job Details Full-time $28•$54 an hour 19 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Flexible schedule Qualifications CPR Certification Excavator
OSHA 10 OSHA 30
First Aid Certification Rigging Confined Space Certification Full Job Description Equipment Operator•Heavy Civil Highly skilled excavator operator needed. This is an exceptional opportunity for a driven, ethical, and solutions driven individual. The ideal candidate has a proven track record of efficiently and safely operating excavators on diverse projects, including heavy civil infrastructure, structural mass excavation, slide rail shoring, industrial, water/wastewater, and commercial sites. The ideal candidate will align with the below traits•Technical Expertise Excavator Equipment Operation Operate excavators of various sizes for digging, trenching, loading, and grading tasks. Efficiently and cleanly load trucks, manage material exports, and oversee trucking operations. Safely excavate and shore trenches using trench boxes, manhole boxes, and hydraulic speed shoring. Experience with slide rail systems is a plus. Assess capabilities and limitations for lifting and hoisting various items, including shoring, precast structures, gang panels, and rebar mats. Excavate, bed, and backfill utility piping and conduit. Advanced Techniques Perform complex tasks such as fine grading, slope creation, precision trenching, and working in tight or restricted spaces. Setup and manage dewatering systems effectively. Site Operations Blueprint Interpretation Read and interpret construction drawings to establish layout and grading. Identify and address grading discrepancies. Planning and Coordination Plan and maintain required materials, tools, and equipment. Manage equipment utilization for maximum efficiency. Oversee material stockpiles, assess soil conditions, and comply with
SWPPP BMP
requirements. Lead and direct ground personnel while ensuring quality and efficiency. Material Handling Handle excavation materials properly, ensuring safe transportation and disposal. Safety Standards Compliance Maintain exceptional safety standards and hold team members accountable. Adhere to safety regulations, including OSHA standards, and follow company protocols. Conduct regular safety inspections of equipment to ensure optimal condition. Exercise stop-work authority to maintain safe working conditions. Hazard Awareness Recognize potential site hazards, including underground utilities, unstable ground, shoring issues, and overhead obstructions. Apply safe excavation practices to prevent accidents or equipment damage. Emergency Readiness Respond efficiently to equipment malfunctions or site emergencies. CPR and First Aid training is a plus. Certifications (Ideal but not required) Rigging and Signaling
OSHA 10/30
Confined Space Shoring Competent Person CPR/First Aid Equipment Maintenance and Troubleshooting Routine Maintenance Perform daily pre-operation inspections and routine maintenance, including greasing, fluid checks, and cleaning. Maintain and update logs for equipment usage, hours, maintenance, and repairs. Properly document inspections and report equipment issues promptly to minimize downtime.
Qualifications Positive Attitude :
Demonstrate a constructive and team-oriented demeanor.
No Victims Allowed Consistency :
Demonstrate dependability and consistent attendance.
Accountability:
Stand behind your word and your work.
Integrity :
Do the right thing.
Compete and Improve :
Work to win and get better every day.
Physical Fitness :
Endure long hours of operation and work in challenging Expectations Communication Communicate effectively with supervisors, team members, and site managers. Adaptability and Problem Solving Adjust to varying site conditions and unexpected challenges. Collaboratively craft solutions with internal team, as well as client and engineer. Attention to Detail and Quality Maintain the highest quality standards in all tasks. Ensure issues are remedied quickly and correctly. We firmly believe that all good things come to those that work hard and solve problems. We are committed to investing in our teams success, and facilitating exceptional opportunity and growth opportunities for individuals that help our team find success. If you are up for the challenge,
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Full-time Pay:
$28.00•$54.00 per hour
Benefits:
Flexible schedule Health insurance Health savings account Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance
