EXCAVATOR OPERATOR
Central North Carolina Based Construction Company, looking for Experienced Excavator Operators to join our team for projects throughout the Southeast US. Equipment would include, or similar to, Caterpillar 323-330 Class Excavators. Knowledge in reading/understanding plans & GPS Experience is preferred. Job does require 100% Travel from a week at a time, up to several months.
Hourly Rates: $22 - $32
Subject To Experience
Who We Are:
www.Wright-Contracting.com
Wright Contracting is a leader in the world of Stream Restoration & Mitigation. We have completed some of the largest stream projects in the US, some individually totaling over 100,000 Linear Feet of restored streams and wetlands. We strive to deliver quality projects while focusing on our team members, their safety and an enjoyable work environment. The group of Foreman, Superintendents and Project Managers work together to lead through innovation and discipline to bring the maximum value to our clients. Our office and laydown yard, located in Siler City, North Carolina, serves as a base for our coverage area throughout NC, SC, VA, TN, WV, GA and TX. We are always looking to expand that work area as opportunities come available.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Competitive Pay based on Experience and Qualifications
- 401(k)/401(k) Matching
- Health Insurance w/ Heath Savings Account
- Dental Insurance/Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday Pay
Responsibilities
- A work environment focusing on safe and efficient operation of equipment to maintain target schedule.
- Routine daily equipment inspections and preventative maintenance of equipment, keeping equipment in good working conditions and reporting safety or maintenance requirements or concerns.
- Complete any paperwork, documents and/or reports as required.
- Compliance with all company and individual site policies and procedures.
- Maintain safe, clean and orderly jobsites, company vehicles and company equipment.
- May perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- At least 2 years of experience operating large excavators.
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license.
- Reliable transportation to and from the office or the jobsite.
- Must be able and willing to travel to projects throughout the Southeast US and Texas as needed.
- Flexible work schedule, that allows for overtime and weekend work when needed.
- GPS Experience (Topcon or Trimble).
Work Environment/Physical Condition
- Routinely lift 20 lbs. and on occasion, up to 50 lbs.
- Safely ascend and descend heavy equipment unassisted.
- Work for Long Periods (10-hour shifts or longer) through all types of weather conditions and terrain.
- Lift, carry, stand, or walk on uneven, possibly wet/slick, terrain.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 - $32.00 per hour
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Excavator: 3 years (Required)
- Excavator Machine Control GPS: 2 years (Required)
Language:
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Raleigh, NC: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: On the road
