Excavator Operator Northland
About this job
Excavator Operator with over 1 year experience required now! Leveling out trenches, digging trenches, among other machine operation tasks. W, T, R endorsements, Full driver's licence (minimum Class 1) Equipment Readiness: Perform pre-operation checks and positioning to ensure machinery is ready. Attachment Management: Select, fit, and remove attachments like buckets, winches, scoops, and hammers as needed. Precision Operation: Operate controls accurately for excavation, material handling, and spreading. Vigilant Monitoring: Adjust controls in real time to maintain pressure, speed, and site safety. Task Execution: Follow plans, drawings, and instructions to meet project goals. Maintenance Dedication: Carry out routine servicing, cleaning, fuelling, and minor repairs. Machinery Transportation: Safely move and place machinery per site protocols. Attachment Assessment: Match tasks with proper attachments and ensure correct fitting. Manual/Hydraulic Mastery: Operate and adjust attachments using manual and hydraulic controls. Experience: Minimum 1 year of relevant experience required.
Pay rate will be dependant on experience. $27 - $37 per hour
Job Requirements
Full Class 1 driver's licence W, T, R endorsements Pass drug test Clean Criminal History Own Reliable Vehicle
- Days of work
- Mon - Fri 7am - 5pm (40 hours per week)
- Pay Details
- 27
- Job Category
- Earthmoving Plant Operators
- Career Level
- Entry level (6 months - 2 years)
- Driver Licence
- Full, (Class 1) - Car Licence, (R) - Roller, (T) - Tracks, (W) - Wheels (Special Type)
- Pre-employment drug test required
- Yes
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