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Fort Myer Construction Excavator Operator in Washington, District Of Columbia

EXCAVATOR OPERATOR

JOB DESCRIPTION

Fort Myer Construction Corporation (FMCC) is a premier contractor in the DMV that is currently experiencing tremendous growth. If you desire to be part of a company with an opportunity to grow in your career and be rewarded for your contributions - then FMCC is the place for you. We are a union base. At the end of the day, we strive to make a difference in peoples lives by helping build the American Dream in the DMV. We are a multi-million-dollar company with over 700 employees and are one of the most called by name Heavy Highway Construction companies in the region. If you do not mind hard work and want to make a difference in your community then please consider joining the FMCC family.

Summary:

The Excavator Operator's primary function is to operate an Excavator at the site of work to construct, maintain, or repair highway, heavy civil, or building type structures; equipment operators are also expected to assist in other duties around the jobsite as needed.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Operates excavating and loading equipment and heavy machinery including excavators, power shovels, stripping shovels, scraper loaders, and backhoes,
  • Effectively completes excavation and related tasks such as backfilling excavations and breaking concrete or rock using appropriate equipment,
  • Conducts routine inspections before operating equipment to identify needed maintenance or repairs,
  • Performs or requests necessary repairs and adjustments to equipment,
  • Consults digging plans, machine specifications, and safety procedures for specific tasks,
  • Ensures work is completed to specification by observing grade stakes, material levels, hand signals, and other markers,
  • Load gravel, dirt and sand; smooth and grade roads; spread rock and gravel.
  • Trench and construct ditches for installation of culverts, water pipes and sewer pipes; remove silt and debris.
  • Knowledgeable of equipment in respect to checking and maintaining all fluid levels and lubrication,
  • Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects,
  • Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity,

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``` - May be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends, nights, and weekends, - Additional duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

  • Must have two (2) or more years of excavator operation experience,
  • Must have a valid operators license in DC,
  • Valid unrestricted drivers license with a clean driving record,
  • Knowledgeable about the machine, its correct method of operation, and limitations,
  • Must display the ability to be a reliable, trustworthy team player and maintain good attendance and safety record,
  • Ability to adhere to all safety rules and regulations,
  • High school diploma or GED required,

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``` - COVID-19 vaccination is highly recommended, - Must be able to successfully pass a background and drug screening.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and fully subscribe to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity. Applicants and/or employees are considered for hire, promotion, training opportunities, and work assignments, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or sexual orientation) marital status, national origin, age (40 or older) veteran status, disability, or genetic information or any other basis protected by federal or local laws.

Disclaimer:

The information provided in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by incumbents within this job. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and working conditions required of employees assigned to this job. Management has discretion to add or modify job duties of the job and to designate other functions as essential at any time.

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