Civil Work: Large Excavator Operator at AMES CONSTRUCTION, INC.

Kings Mountain, North Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

22 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Operating Large Excavators, Safety, Production Loading, Cutting Benches, Full Buckets, Level Cuts, Positive Drainage, Grade Stakes Understanding, Soils Understanding, OSHA Standards, Slopes Understanding, Chop Saws, Communication, Multitasking, Time Management

Industry

Construction

Description

Ames Construction has been building America for more than 60 years, and the people who work here are the reason we continue to succeed. We are a full-service, heavy civil and industrial contractor building critical infrastructure, including highways, bridges, mines, dams, rail, and more. Our teams take on challenging projects that keep communities safe, supply chains moving, and the country connected. At Ames, we are Fueled by Family and Driven by Ownership. That means we look out for one another, take pride in what we build, and take responsibility for our actions, our results, and the long-term health of the company. Guided by our core values of People, Team, Our Bond, Persistence, and Vision, we do what we say we will do, push through challenges and deliver work we’re proud of. When you join Ames, you’re joining a company built for long-term success — where skilled people, strong teams, and disciplined execution come together to build careers and a better future. *Experience in operating large excavators particularly CAT 352 or larger Key Duties and Responsibilities Instill Safety as a top priority. Aware of work area; trucks and ground personnel Understand production loading – 350-400cy/hr Able to cut benches for the next pass Full buckets; 10+2 operating positions 6-8’ cuts Never load towards the cabs Ability to keep level cuts and positive drainage Understanding grade stakes Understand soils and the changing of soils Always sets cut level Obey all utility locates NEVER ASSUME Qualifications Knowledgeable in OSHA standards for excavations. Understand slopes, cuts, and different soil types. Experience using chop saws and other misc. tools. Communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to multitask and prioritize. Time Management and organizational skills. Working Conditions Construction Site Environment – physical ability to stand, walk, crawl, bend, reach and climb. Lifting and carrying material and objects. Exposed to high noise levels. Ames Construction is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Ames Construction has been building America for more than 60 years, and the people who work here are the reason we continue to succeed. We are a full-service, heavy civil and industrial contractor building critical infrastructure, including highways, bridges, mines, dams, rail, and more. Our teams take on challenging projects that keep communities safe, supply chains moving, and the country connected. At Ames, we are Fueled by Family and Driven by Ownership. That means we look out for one another, take pride in what we build, and take responsibility for our actions, our results, and the long-term health of the company. Guided by our core values of People, Team, Our Bond, Persistence, and Vision, we do what we say we will do, push through challenges and deliver work we’re proud of. When you join Ames, you’re joining a company built for long-term success — where skilled people, strong teams, and disciplined execution come together to build careers and a better future. Ames Construction is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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Responsibilities

The operator must prioritize safety, be aware of the work area, and achieve production loading targets of 350-400 cubic yards per hour while executing precise cuts and maintaining level surfaces with positive drainage. Key tasks include understanding grade stakes, soil types, and adhering strictly to utility locate procedures.