Excavator Operator, Heavy Equipment & Utility Construction
Overview
Operate crawler or rubber-tired excavators for mass excavation, pipe laying, and structural work on municipal and private projects across Austin, Texas. Join Cash Construction, a division of MasTec, known for water, wastewater, and drainage infrastructure. You'll handle safety checks, equipment maintenance, and precise digging in a team that values reliability and craftsmanship. This role offers steady work on TxDOT and municipal contracts with a company committed to safety.
What You'll Do10
- 1Conduct pre-shift safety inspections and maintenance checks on excavators and attachments, reporting any issues to the shop.
- 2Start engines, operate throttles, switches, levers, and pedals to control machine movement and bucket functions.
- 3Signal truck drivers to position vehicles for efficient loading and unloading of dirt, rock, and other materials.
- 4Navigate around utility lines, obstructions, and falling objects by reading the site and adjusting operations.
- 5Perform routine lubrication and greasing of equipment, making minor adjustments to ensure peak performance.
- 6Follow the company safety manual and OSHA standards, wearing PPE and maintaining a clean work area.
- 7Excavate trenches, structures, and mass excavations to precise grade and slope using laser or GPS guidance.
- 8Collaborate with crew members and superintendents to meet project deadlines and adjust to changing site conditions.
- 9Document daily equipment logs and maintenance records to support fleet reliability.
- 10Support pipe laying and precast structure placement by providing skilled bucket control and spotting.
Requirements8
- 12+ years of related excavator operation experience or equivalent combination of education and training.
- 2Ability to sit, stand, bend, climb, and work in confined spaces and at heights for extended periods.
- 3Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds and performing physical tasks in rain, snow, heat, or other weather.
- 4Knowledge of safety protocols for heavy equipment operation, including utility line avoidance and slope stability.
- 5Valid driver's license with a clean record for operating company vehicles to and from job sites.
- 6Experience with GPS or laser grading systems is a plus but not required.
- 7Willingness to work overtime and weekends during peak construction seasons.
- 8Ability to read and interpret blueprints, grade stakes, and job specifications.
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