Excavator Operator

Summary

We are seeking Excavator Operators in the Richmond, VA area to work on utility/grade projects. Operates power driven excavator, equipped with movable shovel, to excavate or move dirt, rock, sand, and other materials.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Receives written or oral instructions from supervisor regarding material to move or excavate.
• Pushes levers and depresses pedals to move machine, to lower and push shovel into stockpiled material, to lower and dig shovel into surface of ground, and to lift, swing, and dump contents of shovel into truck or stockpile.
• Moves or places materials on bridge jobs.
• Works with pipe on utility jobs.
• Works safely inside trench box.
• Works as needed on bridge jobs, moving or placing materials.
• Observes markings on ground, hand signals, or grade stakes to remove material, when operating machine at excavation or utility site.
• Inspects, cleans, maintains, and lubricates equipment.
• Works in safe and responsible manner.

Qualifications

• Four to ten years related experience and/or training.
• Certified or approved by Safety Department, Equipment Manager, or Operations Manager.
• Licensed as required by local jurisdiction (DC requires operators to be licensed).

Compensation

Expected base pay range for this position is: $27 - $36/hr. This compensation range is specific to the job level and takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to: education, experience, licensure, certifications, geographic location, and internal equity. The range has been created in good faith based on information known to Kokosing at the time of the posting. Compensation decisions are dependent on the circumstances of each case. This salary range does not include any potential incentive pay or benefits, however, such information will be provided separately when appropriate.

Benefits

Kokosing offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, life, and disability insurance, paid time off and a 401K plan. Kokosing is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action federal and state contractor. The company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.