The Excavator Operator's primary function is to operate an Excavator at the site of work to construct, maintain, or repair highway, heavy civil, or building type structures; equipment operators are also expected to assist in other duties around the jobsite as needed.

Responsibilities:

• Operates a Excavator to complete tasks such as digging, excavating, and move and/or transport materials such as dirt, rocks, and other types of aggregate
• Must have knowledge of operating procedures as it pertains to loading and unloading materials
• May oil, grease, service, and make normal maintenance adjustments on equipment; perform daily safety and maintenance checks; complete paperwork and other documentation as needed
• May perform other related duties as required

Typical Duties include but are not limited to:

• Follow safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean environment.
• Performing maintenance checks, implementing safety measures, handling inventories, repairing and maintaining equipment, and removing debris.
• Set up or inspect equipment prior to operation.
• Become familiar with digging plans, machine capabilities and limitations, and with efficient and safe digging procedures in a given application.
• Observe hand signals, grade stakes, or other markings when operating machines so that work can be performed to specifications.
• Receive written or oral instructions regarding material movement or excavation.
• Move materials over short distances, such as around a construction site.
• Create or maintain inclines or ramps.
• Lubricate, adjust, or repair machinery and replace parts, such as gears, bearings, or bucket teeth.
• Perform manual labor to prepare or finish sites.
• Complete all additional duties as directed by supervisor.

Skills, Knowledge, Qualifications & Experience:

• 3-5 Years Operating Experience Preferred
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs; may be required to work in adverse weather conditions
• Requires the ability to comply with all safety policies and procedures; communicate effectively with co-workers and supervisors to ensure projects are completed properly
• Possess a strong work ethic and desire to learn
• Requires good manual dexterity; may be standing, bending, kneeling or sitting for long periods
• Must have experience with operating Heavy Equipment.
• Controlling operations of equipment or systems
• Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
• Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of bridges another structures such as highways and roads.
• Must follow policies and procedures and support UIG’s mission.

REQUIREMENTS: ALL Applicants must be:

• 18 years of Age
• Able to pass a Drug Test
• Legally Eligible to Work in the US

Additional Requirements:

• Must have own transportation to and from jobsite every work day (driver's license required).
• May be expected to travel where the project requires (multi-state opportunities).

Please contact us at https://uig.net/contact-us/ or call 704-642-9689.

UIG IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY (EOE) AFFIRMATIVE ACTION (AA) EMPLOYER

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Heavy equipment operation: 3 years (Required)
• GPS Dozer: 3 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Columbia, SC 29210 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Columbia, SC 29210: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person