Mini Excavator Operator - Raleigh, NC

Description Full-Time Heavy Equipment Operator - Raleigh, NC

We are looking for someone who appreciates the outdoors and enjoys working with their hands! As part of the Valor Environmental Team, you will be responsible for installing and maintaining cutting‑edge protective measures that help improve and protect the environment! An honest day’s work for a good cause! Your growth in the company is only capped by your desire to learn and perform.

So if you are ready to build a meaningful career, Valor Environmental may be right for you!

Valor Environmental is the largest full‑service environmental services company in the United States. Valor’s services include erosion control, land services, street sweeping, and site maintenance nationwide. Valor provides cost‑effective and need‑based solutions to residential, commercial, and government clients across 20 major U.S. markets. Led by industry veterans, Valor Environmental supports clients’ compliance with both external and internal standards from the first phase of a new development to the last quality control inspection.

• Performs typical duties in operating machinery (trencher, ditch witch, skid steer, mini excavator, forklift, sweeper, billy goat vacuum), including but not limited to proper operation, maintenance and safety checks associated with the specific machine.
• Works with machinery to excavate, trench and otherwise move dirt.
• Operates heavy equipment in safe and effective manner wearing proper protective equipment at all times while working.
• Coordinates excavation efforts with other drivers and/or operators.
• Assuring all standards of quality met in the field.
• Interfacing with clients on site to assure work is done and generate new work.
• Assures complete efficiency, safety and decorum on site.
• Reinforces company culture with crew (attire, communication, work ethic, attitude).
• Assures that job materials are well kept, maintained and utilized without waste.
• Leads the work effort in the field and is adept at installation and maintenance of BMPs.
• Illustrates organization and electronic usage capability (i.e. using data tablet, computers, etc.).
• Completes all required paperwork and submissions accurately and timely.
• Takes initiative to learn, train and hone skills to demonstrate role model work.
• Leads all efforts of crew work for the day’s events (driving to site, proper tools, management of materials, quality of work, sign off on reports/SWPPP, communication in field, care of materials and tools, keeping team from hitting OT, illustrating safety measures, etc.).
• Fosters improved communication amongst teams and departments.
• Acts as a sounding board to teammates related to personnel issues/concerns.
• Works with local leaders to create, obtain and exceed goals and objectives.
• Works on special projects, if requested.

• Previous machine operator experience preferred.
• Previous construction or landscaping experience preferred.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Comfortable and capable using technology.
• Must be able to physically work outdoors in all types of weather.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Must be able to work weekends and extended hours as needed.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to: have full range of mobility in upper and lower body;

be able to reach overhead; be able to work in various positions, including, but not limited to, stooping, standing, bending over, sitting, kneeling and squatting for extended periods of time; be able to lift, pull and push materials and equipment to complete assigned job tasks; be able to lift 50 pounds of weight frequently throughout the assigned workday; there will be regular exposure to weather conditions and may be extended periods of walking.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, and Accident Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) with great company match
• Bi‑weekly pay
• Year‑Round work