What are the responsibilities and job description for the Excavator Operator position at Southland Holdings?
Excavator (Track Hoe) Operator – ALBUQUERQUE, NM
Southland Holdings is seeking highly motivated Excavator Operators to join our construction team in Albuquerque, NM.. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a company with a strong legacy of delivering critical infrastructure projects across North America.
Responsibilities:
Southland Holdings is an EEO employer - M/F/D/V
Southland Holdings is seeking highly motivated Excavator Operators to join our construction team in Albuquerque, NM.. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a company with a strong legacy of delivering critical infrastructure projects across North America.
Responsibilities:
- Operate an excavator (track hoe) to dig, trench, backfill, and move earth and materials according to project specifications.
- Perform precision excavation around utilities, foundations, and other structures.
- Load and unload materials efficiently while ensuring proper weight distribution.
- Maneuver the excavator using hand and foot controls to complete tasks safely and accurately.
- Coordinate machine movements with other activities, responding to hand or audio signals.
- Identify and navigate around potential hazards or obstructions while following strict safety procedures.
- 5 years of experience operating excavators (track hoes) and other heavy construction equipment such as dozers, backhoes, graders, and directional drill.
- Background in heavy civil construction with the ability to work independently under minimal supervision.
- Ability to perform physically demanding tasks in challenging weather conditions (e.g., extreme heat, humidity, wind, or inclement weather) for extended periods.
- Strong commitment to workplace safety and adherence to company policies.
- Must have experience in general construction, preferably with telecommunications or underground utility experience
- Knowledge of tools of the trade.
- Good attitude, and a clean record.
- Applicants must be hard working, dependable and able to furnish references.
- 401(k) & Matching
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Referral Program
- Weekly Payroll
Southland Holdings is an EEO employer - M/F/D/V
