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Excavator Operator - Wilmington, NC Region

Job in Wilmington, New Hanover County, North Carolina, 28412, USA
Listing for: State Utility Contractors, Inc.
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-12
Job specializations:
  • Trades / Skilled Labor
    Heavy Equipment Operator, Construction Labor / Trades, Maintenance Worker, Building Maintenance
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 55000 - 75000 USD Yearly USD 55000.00 75000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Salary based on the depth of construction experience - Salary Range - $55,000 to $75,000 (Compensation Range based on Overtime and Bonus Structure)

* Summary/Objective
- Excavator Operator

* Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience operating excavators (operating weight 20,000 lbs. or more) on pipeline construction projects. Some manual labor may be required.

Mainline Excavator

Position Responsibilities:

* - Excavate line and grade for mainline waterline according to project plans
* - Excavate around existing utilities with precision
* - Understand and implement trench depth & grade
* - Understand and implement pothole procedure, pipeline & grade compaction
* - Knowledge of excavation, trenching & shoring practices
* - Understand and implement the proper rigging for all materials being lowered into the trench
* - OSHA Certified competent person for trenching & shoring
* - Thorough knowledge of equipment maintenance to ensure safe and reliable equipment at all times

* This will be a full-time position with some travel required.

* All Candidates must be able to meet the following requirements:

* Have a valid driver's license with a clean record

* Pass a pre-employment drug screen

* Display a professional and courteous attitude at all times

* Be willing to work nights and weekends when required

* Be able to work overtime when required

* Be willing to work outdoors in extreme conditions (hot/cold)

* Be able to do preventive maintenance on equipment, (grease fittings, check fluid levels, refuel)

* Strictly adhere to company Safety requirements and procedures

* Have the willingness to work in a team environment

Benefits provided:

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

401K Retirement Plan

ESOP - Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Health/Dental/Life/ and Short Term Disability Insurance

* Salary Range:
Between $55,000. to $75,000 per year based on experience and abilities

Please attach your resume and references in the following application.

Type:
Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 to $75,000.00 per YEAR
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