Job Description

Job Title: Excavator Operator
Location: Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: $18–$24 per hour (based on experience)

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and safety-focused Excavator Operator to join our construction team in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. In this role, you will operate excavators and other heavy equipment to support excavation, grading, trenching, and site preparation activities. The ideal candidate has experience operating heavy machinery, understands job site safety requirements, and can work efficiently in a fast-paced construction environment.

Must-Have Qualifications

• Proven ability to safely operate excavators and heavy equipment.

• Understanding of basic excavation and construction practices.

• Ability to follow safety procedures and company policies.

• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

• Ability to perform physical tasks, including climbing in and out of equipment and lifting up to 50 lbs.

• Strong attention to detail and situational awareness.

• Reliability, strong work ethic, and teamwork skills.

• Ability to follow instructions from supervisors and site managers.

• Valid driver’s license required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience operating excavators on construction or utility job sites.

• Experience with trenching, grading, and site preparation.

• Familiarity with underground utilities such as water, sewer, gas, or telecommunications.

• Ability to read grade stakes, blueprints, or site plans.

• Experience performing routine maintenance on heavy equipment.

• OSHA certification or other safety training.

• CDL (Commercial Driver’s License) or ability to obtain one.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate excavators to perform digging, trenching, grading, and backfilling tasks.

• Follow project plans, grade stakes, and supervisor instructions.

• Inspect equipment daily and perform routine maintenance checks.

• Maintain safe operation of equipment around personnel and utilities.

• Load and move materials as required on job sites.

• Assist ground crews when needed.

• Ensure job sites are clean and organized.

• Follow all company safety policies and procedures.

• Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members.

AI Screening Questions for Applicants

• How many years of experience do you have operating excavators or similar heavy equipment? Please describe.

• Are you comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions and performing physical tasks as needed?

• Do you have experience with trenching, grading, or working around underground utilities?

• Are you able to read grade stakes, site plans, or follow detailed instructions on a job site?

• This role may require overtime, early mornings, or occasional weekend work. Are you available for this type of schedule?

• Do you have a valid driver’s license, and do you have reliable transportation to job sites?

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