What are the responsibilities and job description for the Skilled Operator position at R.D. Johnson Excavating?
Skilled Operator
Responsibilities:
✅ Operate basic equipment such as skid steers, mini excavators, and backhoes under supervision.
✅ Assist in trenching, grading, and excavation for underground utilities.
✅ Perform pre-operation inspections on equipment.
✅ Maintain daily reports of job progress and time entry, JSAs, excavation checklist, crew tasks, and site conditions.
✅ Follow grade stakes and instructions from supervisors and experienced operators.
✅ Work with laborers to ensure proper backfilling and compaction.
✅ Adhere to OSHA trenching, excavation, and safety regulations.
✅ Operate a variety of heavy equipment, including full-size excavators, bulldozers, and loaders.
✅ Excavate trenches and install underground utilities with precision.
✅ Read and interpret job site plans, utility markings, and grade stakes.
✅ Maintain and troubleshoot minor mechanical issues with equipment.
✅ Work closely with crews to ensure accurate pipe placement and grading.
✅ Adjust excavation techniques based on soil conditions and underground utility locations.
✅ Maintain communication with field supervisors and project managers via cell phone regarding job progress, adjustments, and site conditions.
Skills Required:
- Proficiency in operating mid-size and large excavation equipment.
- Knowledge of soil types, compaction, and trench safety best practices.
- Ability to read blueprints, site plans, and grade elevations.
- Strong problem-solving and adaptability on job sites.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $23.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $23
