Equipment Operator

General Summary: As an Operator at James Bros. Excavating, you will play a vital role in the completion of civil construction projects. This role will include the clearing of construction sites, grading, excavation, installation of utilities, paving, pouring concrete, and maintaining equipment. The work will be completed with heavy machinery. Experience is required. Working knowledge of both GPS machines and traditional equipment.

Responsibilities:

• Arrive on time and ready to work with a great attitude.
• Follow the directions from the Foreman and Superintendent.
• Learn as much as possible from more experienced operators.
• Transport materials and tools.
• Assist in directing traffic.
• Daily removal of debris and waste from the construction site.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Desire to learn and advance.
• Basic math ability.
• High School Diploma, GED, or willingness to obtain one.

Requirements:

• Excellent work ethic.
• Pass drug test.
• Lift up to 70 pounds.
• Safety conscious.
• Training as required.

Work Environment / Schedule:

• Daily schedule is 6:30am to 5:30pm.
• Weekly schedule is Monday to Friday weather permitting.
• Extra days and weekends are available for overtime.
• Work is done outside in all climates, sometimes in the rain.

Benefits:

• Paid Holidays: Independence Day, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas through New Years Day.
• Weekly pay.
• After 90 Days
• Medical and Dental Insurance- employer pays 80% of individual premium.
• TELADOC 24/7 access to doctors via phone, video or mobile app.
• AirMed medical transportation.
• myBlue Rewards.
• Blue365 discount program.
• Continuing education reimbursement.

After 12 Months

• 3% match in Simple IRA.
• $15,000 life insurance policy provided by employer.