Job Description
Fisher Industries is a vertically integrated family of businesses that provides heavy civil construction and aggregate products across the United States. With over 70 years of experience, the company specializes in highways, bridges, aggregates, and large-scale infrastructure projects, supported by in-house capabilities in drilling, blasting, crushing, asphalt, and concrete production. Fisher is committed to delivering innovative, cost-effective solutions with an emphasis on safety and quality. As a proven industry leader, Fisher Industries continues to grow while maintaining the integrity and values of a family-owned company. For additional information about our company, visit our website at PRIMARY SCOPEThe Excavator Operator is a skilled professional who operates heavy machinery, primarily excavators, to move earth, dig trenches, and perform other excavation tasks on construction sites and must be proficient moving dirt and mountainous terrain. They are responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the equipment, ensuring projects are completed to specifications and within safety guidelines. PRIMARY DUTIESManeuvering excavators with hydraulic and manual controls to dig, move, and load materials like soil, rock, and debrisInterpreting construction plans and blueprints to understand project requirements and ensure accurate excavationConducting pre-start checks, performing basic maintenance tasks, and reporting any malfunctions or defectsCommunicating and collaborating with site supervisors, other operators, and construction crews to ensure smooth workflow and safetyAdhering to safety regulations and procedures, maintaining a safe work environment, and identifying potential hazardsLoading excavated materials onto trucks, and unloading equipment and materials as neededClearing construction sites, preparing the ground for construction, and potentially assisting with other tasks as requiredPerform other duties as assigned REQUIREMENTS18 years of age or olderHigh School Diploma or EquivalentProven experience in operating excavators and potentially other heavy machinery like bulldozers or backhoesBasic understanding of mechanical systems and the ability to troubleshoot minor equipment issuesCommitment to safety and a thorough understanding of safety regulationsAbility to complete work tasks under various adverse weather conditions including heat above 100 degrees, cold, and rainAbility to pass a pre-employment drug testPosition requires extensive travel and living at or near job sites Fisher Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are a drug-free work environment requiring pre-employment and random drug testing. . If you require an accommodation with applying, please email hrdept@fisherind.com or call the HR Department at (701) 456-9184 to request accommodations. This email is only to request accommodation for the application process and is not an email to inquire about the status of your application.
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