Long Reach Excavator Operator
Core
Operate long reach excavators to perform deep excavations in bentonite slurry for geotechnical construction projects, including deep foundations, ground improvement, and levee construction.
Role type
Long Reach Excavator Operator
Builds
Deep excavations, slurry walls, cutoff walls, pond and levee structures
Domain
Geotechnical and specialty civil construction
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Long reach excavator operation, slurry wall project experience, grade stake interpretation, excavation safety knowledge, trench protection practices, equipment stability management, daily equipment inspection and maintenance
Preferred skills
GPS and machine control systems (Trimble, Topcon, Leica), levee/dredging/marine project experience, OSHA 10/30-hour training, operation of dozers/loaders/articulated trucks
Technologies
Trimble, Topcon, Leica
Responsibilities
Operate excavators at depths up to 95 feet without GPS guidance, coordinate with superintendents and spotters for safety, maintain equipment stability on uneven ground, perform daily inspections and maintenance, complete equipment logs and timecards
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on operator