Excavator Operator

Excavator Operator  

IMCO General Construction  

Oxbow, Oregon

About the Position  

Seeking an ambitious, hard-working, experienced excavator Operator to join our new project team in Oxbow, Oregon. Experience operating 200 – 470-sized excavators safely.

Must be willing to work other miscellaneous duties as directed by the supervisor. This person must be willing to carry out company policies and values while thriving in a team setting. 

Project Overview: IMCO is performing improvements on the Oxbow dam spillway. This is a very large site located in a remote region.

IMCO provides an employee-focused culture and a team-oriented environment, with a strong emphasis on developing successful employees. 

Compensation and Benefits

• Starting pay is $34-40 an hour, depending on demonstrated abilities  
• Housing options are limited by available if needed.
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance coverage available on the first day of the month following 60 days of full-time employment.  
• 401K plan available for eligible employees on the first of the month following 60 days of full-time employment. IMCO offers 100% contribution matching up to 4% of the employee’s eligible wages.  

Responsibilities

This list is an overview of responsibilities and may not include all duties required for the position. 

• Work with ground personnel in the excavation and backfill of the pipe online and grade
• Ensure the trench is excavated to the proper depth/grade as needed
• Ensure safe work procedures are followed with careful attention to operations near ground personnel and equipment
• Understanding of soil types
• Daily work plans, reports, and timecards
• Lift 50 pounds   
• Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or company security operations for the protection of people and property.

Location & commitments 

• Project Location – Oxbow, Oregon
• Project Duration – 1 year
• 5-6 days a week with 10-12 hour shifts
• Overtime may be available
• Evening/weekend work may be necessary to meet milestones

Requirements and Qualifications 

• Current and valid driver’s license
• 2 years of equipment operating experience 
• Ability to work in adverse weather conditions
• Experience and backfill around existing utilities with precision
• Experience pothole procedure, pipeline, and grade compaction
• Experience and utilize knowledge of safe excavation, trenching, and shoring practices
• Experience proper rigging for all materials being lowered into the trench
• Pre-employment drug testing is required
• Criminal background check required
• Adhere to all safety requirements
• Commitment to teamwork, safe work practices, and integrity

About IMCO   

IMCO, a heavy civil general contractor, serves public and private clients throughout Washington, Montana, Oregon, and Idaho.  Our employees are our most valued asset. We take pride in our employees, offering competitive wages and benefits, training, and a culture rooted in teamwork and innovation.  

Our Mission. Proudly building complex projects with integrity, excellence, and safety. 

Our Vision. To be the best, the most exceptional team, tackling challenging opportunities with world-class innovation, and positively impacting our communities daily.