Excavator Operator

Excavator Operator With Excavation Certification

Join our team as an Excavator Operator working on a dynamic and fast-paced project on the Oceana airfield. This role involves operating heavy machinery for pipe work and requires a strong focus on safety and efficiency. Responsibilities include safely operating excavators, dozers, and other heavy machinery for pipe work, following project specifications for accurate excavating and trenching, conducting pre-operation and post-operation checks on machinery, working efficiently while ensuring safety protocols are followed at all times, and collaborating with team members and supervisors to meet project deadlines.

Essential skills include experience with dozer, excavator, excavation, underground digging, and utility work, proficiency in operating heavy equipment and machinery, and the ability to follow project specifications and safety protocols. Additional skills and qualifications include a DBIDS certification required and experience working on Oceana is a plus.

Enjoy the opportunity for contract-to-hire with a promise of continuous work in the same area after the project is complete. Benefit from working in a supportive team environment with a focus on safety and efficiency. Work outdoors in a fast-paced environment, Monday to Friday, for approximately 50 hours a week. This is a contract to hire position based out of Virginia Beach, VA. The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $30.00 / hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following : medical, dental & vision, critical illness, accident, and hospital, 401(k) retirement plan pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available, life insurance (voluntary life & AD&D for the employee and dependents), short and long-term disability, health spending account (HSA), transportation benefits, employee assistance program, time off / leave (PTO, vacation or sick leave).