We are currently seeking a skilled Excavator Operator to join our growing construction company. A strong work ethic, attention to detail, willingness to travel, and dependability are a must. Job Details + $27 per hour and up depending on experience + 50 or more hours per week (no weekend work) + Some projects require being out of town Monday-Friday (home on weekends) + Transportation provided from Kearney, NE when working out of town + Paid travel time + Hotel paid by company + Nightly per diem for meals when working out of town + Year-round employment (no winter layoffs) Requirements + 5+ years previous experience as an Excavator Operator performing the tasks listed below. + Previous experience and the ability to run an excavator in a safe and efficient manner is required. + Experience running excavators in pipe laying operations is required. + Ability to run backfill excavator and/or lead excavator in pipeline operations. + Operation of backfill excavator normally involves use of sheepsfoot compaction wheel. Must be able to achieve specified compaction moisture and density requirements. + Operation of lead excavator will require use of trench boxes, shoring, sloping, benching, etc. + Responsible for maintenance and basic repairs of excavator. + Ability to calculate slopes and grades, perform surveying, use pipe laser, etc. for pipe laying. + Some manual labor is required each day. + Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds individually or as a team when carrying loads heavier than 50 pounds. + Ability to sit, stand and walk for long periods of time. + Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl throughout each day. + Operate other heavy equipment consistent with skill level and training. + Willingness to abide by all safety rules. Safety training will be provided on the job and via formal training. + Valid driver’s license preferred but not required. + Ability to pass a pre-employment (post-offer) drug screen. + Must be authorized to work in the US. Benefits + Paid vacations, PTO, and holidays. + Health Insurance: Company pays half of the premiums for employee and family members + Life Insurance: Company pays half of the premiums for employee and family members + 401k plan including company match (immediate vesting of company match) + Cafeteria/Flexible Benefits Plan + Aflac Supplemental Insurance