Excavator Operator

The Middlesex Corporation is a nationally recognized and award-winning leader in the heavy civil construction industry. Since 1972, the family business founded by Robert W. Pereira has developed an extensive client and project list through its consistent efforts to safely build America’s infrastructure. The Middlesex Corporation specializes in building and reconstructing highways, bridges, marine, rail, and transit facilities through its collaborative team approach and focus on core values. In addition, Middlesex Asphalt in Central Florida is one of the largest and most productive asphalt plants in the United States with Middlesex Paving earning an equally solid regional presence and reputation.

Job Description:

An Excavator Operator is responsible for operating heavy machinery to perform tasks such as digging, grading, trenching, and moving earth or materials on construction sites.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for safe and technically proficient operation of equipment assigned.
• Comply with (and actively promote) all Safety policies and procedures including reporting all accidents, incidents and near misses to ensure adherence to our Number One Core Value – Safety, first in everything we do.
• Complete equipment condition reports, as well as a daily checklist of work to be done on your equipment and provide to the Project Superintendent daily through the Middlesex Application.
• Cleaning the machines daily. This includes sweeping the cabs and removing trash daily, and lubricating doors and windows bi-weekly.
• Understand and comply with all Company safety policies and procedures. Know where all utilities within the work zone are located.
• Be responsible for your own safety as well as those working in the area.
• Inform your Superintendent or Foreman daily of your equipment fuel status so the fuel truck can be scheduled if needed for the next morning.
• Make a note on your equipment report and let your Superintendent know if you need any supplies, i.e.: grease, oil, rags, cleaning supplies, or if the machine needs to be steam cleaned.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/ GED Certificate
• 3-5 years Operator Experience in Heavy/Civil Construction
• OSHA 10 Certified
• Valid Driver License

Necessary Attributes:

• Must possess the ability to adapt to different personalities and management styles
• Commitment to safety, quality, and integrity oriented with strong professional work ethics
• Identify and discuss all safety interlocks, alarms and shutdowns on your machine
• Preform a beginning and end of shift equipment inspection
• Demonstrate and discuss the operation of the Bucket Quick Disconnect System
• Locate all grease points and discuss operation of the auto greasing system if applicable
• Demonstrate the ability to pull level grades.
• Demonstrate the ability to correctly and safely excavate a trench.
• Ability to control, position, and load trucks.
• Capable to lift and set heavy loads.
• Demonstrate the ability to excavate to grade using GPS.
• Demonstrate the ability to excavate to grade using grade stakes.
• Demonstrate the ability to load and unload an excavator from transport truck.
• Use of lifting devices; cables, chains, four ways, straps, etc.
• How to lift, set, and home: a) Ductile Iron Pipe (DIP) b) C-900 Pipe c) RCP/ERCP d) CMP e) SDR f) ADS.
• Demonstrate the ability to lift and set: a) Head Walls b) Structures (bases, tops.)

We offer our full-time and eligible part time team members a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry. Benefits include medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible team members and dependents, employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, top-tier 401k with matching, tuition reimbursement, industry leading referral program, and generous paid time off.