Excavator Operator (Birmingham, Alabama)
National Salvage & Service, Birmingham, AL, United States
Excavator Operator
National Salvage & Service Corporation is an industry leader and a growing company. We are seeking an experienced Excavator Operator for our Fuel Yard in Birmingham, Alabama.
National assists Class One Railroads in their track renewal and maintenance programs. If you enjoy working outside, this is the career for you. This position entails following a procedure and using an established method to ensure safety and accuracy. Our operators are detail oriented, and safety oriented. At National, we focus on completing each job the right way, the first time. To be considered you MUST have previous experience of operating an excavator. Class A or Class B CDL is preferred.
Duties, Tasks, and Responsibilities
Ability to safely dig with an Excavator
Ability to operate and control attachments such as shears, blades, buckets and more
Able to operate other types of heavy equipment such as backhoes, pavers, dozers and graders to perform various takes (excavating, moving, grading dirt, etc...)
Make judgments regarding the most efficient operation of equipment and attachments
Perform daily safety and maintenance checks on equipment
Aid other crew members on the ground
Dig ditches or trenches, backfill excavations, or compact and level earth to grade specifications, using picks, shovels, pneumatic tampers, or rakes
Must be reliable and responsible
Filling out daily paperwork using a smartphone, laptop or computer device
Position-Specific Competencies
Able to work long hours in all weather conditions.
Hold valid driver's license.
Ability to lift 25 pounds.
Completely and accurately fill out daily paperwork.
Able to use a smartphone.
Basic mechanical knowledge to make small repairs.
Follow all Safety Programs, Policies and Procedures
Minimum Requirements
Class A or B CDL is preferred. MUST be able to drive standard transmission.
Three to five years' experience preferred.
Benefits of National
Competitive hourly pay
Stable work through all seasons, with full time work through the winter
Full health benefits including medical, vision, dental, life insurance, and more
401(K) retirement plan, with company contributions
Flexible dates for paid time off
This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position. Duties and responsibilities may change without notice.
This is a non-exempt position.
National Salvage & Service Corporation is an industry leader and a growing company. We are seeking an experienced Excavator Operator for our Fuel Yard in Birmingham, Alabama.
National assists Class One Railroads in their track renewal and maintenance programs. If you enjoy working outside, this is the career for you. This position entails following a procedure and using an established method to ensure safety and accuracy. Our operators are detail oriented, and safety oriented. At National, we focus on completing each job the right way, the first time. To be considered you MUST have previous experience of operating an excavator. Class A or Class B CDL is preferred.
Duties, Tasks, and Responsibilities
Ability to safely dig with an Excavator
Ability to operate and control attachments such as shears, blades, buckets and more
Able to operate other types of heavy equipment such as backhoes, pavers, dozers and graders to perform various takes (excavating, moving, grading dirt, etc...)
Make judgments regarding the most efficient operation of equipment and attachments
Perform daily safety and maintenance checks on equipment
Aid other crew members on the ground
Dig ditches or trenches, backfill excavations, or compact and level earth to grade specifications, using picks, shovels, pneumatic tampers, or rakes
Must be reliable and responsible
Filling out daily paperwork using a smartphone, laptop or computer device
Position-Specific Competencies
Able to work long hours in all weather conditions.
Hold valid driver's license.
Ability to lift 25 pounds.
Completely and accurately fill out daily paperwork.
Able to use a smartphone.
Basic mechanical knowledge to make small repairs.
Follow all Safety Programs, Policies and Procedures
Minimum Requirements
Class A or B CDL is preferred. MUST be able to drive standard transmission.
Three to five years' experience preferred.
Benefits of National
Competitive hourly pay
Stable work through all seasons, with full time work through the winter
Full health benefits including medical, vision, dental, life insurance, and more
401(K) retirement plan, with company contributions
Flexible dates for paid time off
This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position. Duties and responsibilities may change without notice.
This is a non-exempt position.