What are the responsibilities and job description for the Equipment Operator (Excavator) position at Absolute Group?
We are looking for experienced Excavator Operators. The successful candidate will have experience with main line utility work. Operators are responsible for safely driving and operating commercial vehicles and equipment for infrastructure construction projects. Excavator Operators are also responsible for loading and unloading equipment and freight. Qualified candidates must be able to think critically and use good judgement in order to detect, minimize, and eliminate hazards on construction projects. This position must comply with safety and DOT regulations and are required to complete continuous training. Some infrastructure construction projects require in-state travel and overnight stays. A typical schedule is Monday-Friday but could vary based on project timelines. Saturday hours are occasional and based on demand.
Job Requirements: The ideal candidate will have 5 years of operating experience and a valid driver’s license. All candidates must have the ability to show up to work on time, possess a strong work ethic, show a willingness to learn, and have a positive attitude.
About the Utility Division
Utility is a Division of Absolute Group that specializes in residential, commercial, and municipal infrastructure construction. The Utility Division provides full site development, including: sanitary sewer, water main, storm sewer and grading and earthwork. The Utility Division also offers a variety of groundwork services like trucking and hauling, basement excavation and backfill, finish grading and directional drilling.
The Absolute Group Difference
The Absolute Group prides itself in its company core values, and we like to think it’s one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest of the field. Our team is Driven, taking on each task with a “can-do” attitude and always putting our People First, whether that’s who we’re working with day-to-day or the employees that keep our company up and running. We’re nothing without our customers, our team, our families, even our competitors, and remembering this is key to keeping us Respectful and Humble in all that we do. We’re Determined to be Dependable, to be relied on, and we don’t stop until the job is done. And, of course, we’re thinkers. It’s our Fearless Forward-Thinking that saves us time and money and keeps us up with the times.
Hard Work Pays Off
When you work hard for us, we work hard for you. And that’s exactly why we offer our crews the most competitive benefits package the construction industry has to offer. As an Absolute Group employee you will receive:
- Competitive pay
- Health Insurance
- Employee stock ownership plan—enrollment after one year of service
- Life, Medical, Vision and Dental insurance coverage
- Accident, Cancer, and Critical Illness insurance coverage
- 401k enrollment options
- Family-focused environment
- Company-sponsored outings and events
Absolute Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply.
