Excavator Operator Job at Southland Holdings, Shiprock, NM

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  • Southland Holdings
  • Shiprock, NM

Job Description

Excavator (Track Hoe) Operator - Shiprock, NM
Southland Holdings is seeking highly motivated Excavator Operators to join our construction team in Shiprock , NM & Surrounding area.This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a company with a strong legacy of delivering critical infrastructure projects across North America.
Responsibilities:
  • Operate an excavator (track hoe) to dig, trench, backfill, and move earth and materials according to project specifications.
  • Perform precision excavation around utilities, foundations, and other structures.
  • Load and unload materials efficiently while ensuring proper weight distribution.
  • Maneuver the excavator using hand and foot controls to complete tasks safely and accurately.
    • Coordinate machine movements with other activities, responding to hand or audio signals.
  • Identify and navigate around potential hazards or obstructions while following strict safety procedures.
Requirements:
  • 5+ years of experience operating excavators (track hoes) and other heavy construction equipment such as dozers, backhoes, graders, and directional drill.
  • Background in heavy civil construction with the ability to work independently under minimal supervision.
  • Ability to perform physically demanding tasks in challenging weather conditions (e.g., extreme heat, humidity, wind, or inclement weather) for extended periods.
  • Strong commitment to workplace safety and adherence to company policies.
  • Knowledge of equipment functions.
  • Good attitude, and a clean record.
  • Applicants must be hard-working, dependable and able to furnish references.
  • Field test required.
Benefits (Full-Time):
  • 401(k) & Matching
  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Referral Program
  • Weekly Payroll
Southland Holdings is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/H/V
***Navajo Preference Employment Act ***

Building Great Things. For more than 120 years, hard-working, honest, innovative people have been forming what has become the Southland family of companies. We combine the strengths of six to FIVE subsidiaries that share a dedication to delivering critical infrastructure projects that improve the environment and lives of those around us. You can find the mark of our specialized Infrastructure legacy across all 50 states to ALL OF NORTH AMERICA and more than 60 countries. Southland Holdings

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