Excavator Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Location:

Mayer, Arizona

Pay Range:

$22.00 - $30.00 per hour, DOE

Employment Type:

Full-Time

Schedule:

Monday - Friday, overtime as needed

Reports To:

Foreman / Superintendent

Position Summary

OM Construction is looking for a skilled Excavator Operator to join our crew in Mayer, AZ. This is a hands-on field role responsible for operating excavation equipment safely and efficiently on active construction sites. The right person is reliable, experienced behind the controls, and knows how to work alongside a crew to keep the job moving.

Key Responsibilities

Equipment Operation

• Operate track and wheeled excavators to dig, trench, grade, and backfill per project specifications

• Perform equipment inspections before and after each shift and report any mechanical issues

• Safely maneuver equipment in tight work zones and around underground utilities

• Adjust dig depth and grade using onboard controls and hand signals from ground crew

Site Work

• Execute excavation tasks including trenching for utilities, footings, and drainage

• Assist with grading and rough shaping of sites as directed by the foreman

• Load trucks and move material around the job site as needed

• Coordinate with laborers, operators, and supervisors to maintain workflow and site safety

Safety

• Follow all site safety procedures, company policies, and OSHA regulations at all times

• Complete daily pre-operation inspection checklist and log any deficiencies

• Call out or dig carefully around marked utility lines and maintain required clearances

• Report unsafe conditions, near misses, or incidents to the foreman immediately

Qualifications

Required

• Minimum 2 years of hands-on excavator operation experience in a construction environment

• HDPE Experience working with HDPE in underground utilities, including irrigation systems and pipe installation

• Ability to read and interpret grade stakes, blueprints, and site plans

• Comfortable working in varying weather conditions and on rough terrain

• Must pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen

• Valid driver's license

Preferred

• Experience with utility trenching, site grading, or land development projects

• OSHA 10 certification

• Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay rate $22.00 - $30.00 per hour, commensurate with experience

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) with company match through Slavic

• Paid time off