EXCAVATOR OPERATOR

Granite Construction

The Role

Overview

Operates backhoe to dig trenches, move earth, and perform routine equipment maintenance.

Key Responsibilities

  • equipment maintenance
  • shovel operation
  • trench digging
  • hydraulic control
  • slope measurement
  • standard compliance

Tasks

-Performs routine maintenance on equipment, such as lubricating, fueling, and cleaning -Follow instructions and meet set standards -Uses shovel to dig trenches and holes of specified length, depth and width, remove loosened material and put in piles or transport trucks. -Make decisions based on verifiable standards. -Judge distances and slopes accurately -Moves hand and foot levers to control hydraulic shovel.

Requirements

  • certification
  • heavy lifting
  • physical
  • high school
  • vision

What You Bring

-Proper certification required -Lift up to 50 pounds, with frequent lifting and carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds. -Use hands, arms, and legs fully -High School Diploma, GED or equivalent years of experience -See well (either naturally or with correction)

The Company

About Granite Construction

-Operates as a nationwide leader in construction and infrastructure. -Tackles major transportation, water, and commercial projects with a rich history in shaping vital infrastructure. -Delivers projects that span highways, bridges, tunnels, and water systems, transforming landscapes and cities. -Specializes in both heavy civil and commercial construction, providing integrated services from design to completion. -Known for managing complex, high-impact projects, often taking on the toughest challenges in the construction industry. -Financially stable and performs well in both private and public sectors, backed by decades of experience. -Projects contribute to significant U.S. infrastructure advancements, including major transit upgrades and water conservation initiatives.

Sector Specialisms

Transportation

Industrial

Federal Contracting

Aggregates

Asphalt

Asphalt Paving

Utility-Scale Solar

Water Infrastructure

Mineral Exploration

Earthwork

Locks

Dams

Levees

Waterway Protection

Tactical and Military Facilities

Airfield Runway Paving