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Excavator Operator Immediate Hire
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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.
$53,887 / year median in Texas
+14% projected growth
Job Description
Job Overview We are currently hiring experienced Excavator Operators for active construction projects in the South Pharr-McAllen-Mission area and East Brownsville, Texas . These are active projects with work already on hand and an anticipated duration of approximately 4-6 months . We are looking for dependable, safety-conscious operators who are ready to start immediately and are available to work 55+ hours per week . Responsibilities Operate excavators safely and efficiently on active construction sites Perform excavation, trenching, grading, loading, and general earthwork Work around utilities, structures, trucks, and other heavy equipment Perform daily equipment inspections and basic preventive maintenance checks Maintain safe working conditions and follow project safety requirements Coordinate with supervisors, grade personnel, truck drivers, and other equipment operators Maintain production while operating equipment safely and accurately Requirements Previous experience operating excavators in construction or earthwork operations Ability to safely operate equipment in active construction environments Experience with excavation, trenching, grading, and loading preferred Ability to work 55+ hours per week , including overtime as required Reliable transportation to the project location Dependable attendance and ability to report to work on time Must follow all company and project safety requirements What We Offer Immediate hiring 55+ hours per week 4-6 months of scheduled project work Overtime opportunities Active projects with work already on hand Potential opportunity for continued work based on performance and upcoming projects Experienced operators who are available to start immediately are encouraged to apply. When applying, please include your years of excavator experience, types/sizes of excavators operated, and availability to start .