100 Years of Experience at Work for You!Since 1920, the professional men and women of Hubbard Construction have literally paved the way for hundreds of public and private projects that have supported Florida's rise to prominence.Hubbard is one of Florida's largest heavy civil construction companies. We are proud to be a part of Florida's history and we are eager to continue to serve the Florida market and beyond.The scope of Hubbard's work includes complex highway projects, site development, paving, utility and drainage systems, surveying, RAP and hot mix sales, and state-of-the-art bridge building. We provide multiple delivery systems in design-build, bid-build, public/private-partnerships and design-build finance.Hubbard Construction's parent company, Eurovia, operates through a network of 330 agencies and 770 production sites, in 17 countries around the world.General DescriptionThe Excavator Operator will work in close proximity to equipment and people and operate an excavator to remove materials in a safe manner.Key DutiesOperate an excavator in close proximity to equipment and the public safely.Perform daily fluid level checks on oil, water and fuel; Visual inspection for obvious leaks and damage to machine before operation of equipment as well as safety equipment checks.Responsible for daily maintenance of equipment to remain in proper and safe working order. Responsible for notifying supervisor if equipment needs to be repaired.Other duties as assigned.Qualification RequirementsGeneral. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each Key Duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Education and Experience. This position typically is not an entry-level job, as it requires demonstrable previous experience as an Excavator Operator.A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is preferred.Must be able to understand work directions and communicate effectively with job site supervisors and fellow employees.Three (3) to Five (5) years or more of industry related experience is required for this position, with an emphasis on roads, highways, and bridgePhysical Demands. The following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an Excavator Operator to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Constant physical effort, including standing, is required during a regular work shift of at least eight hours per day. Employee must be able to stand for extended periods of time, and to stoop, bend, and crouch as required to perform Key Duties.Ability to lift and carry, on a frequent basis, at least 50 pounds and, at times, as much as 90 pounds, as may be assigned.Manual dexterity to hand-carry generators, lumber and other construction materials, forms, power tools, and hand tools.Physical dexterity involving stretching, proper placement of legs, and use of arms and hands in repetitive motions.Maintain constant alertness to the multiple concurrent activities of the construction site, including the activities of other employees and contractors, the operation of stationary equipment, and the movement of mobile equipment.Frequently walk on uneven surfaces, including natural ground in varying weather conditions.Capable of being certified to enter confined spaces, including climbing into and out of excavations up to 20 feet in depth, using ladders or crawling, as required.Sufficient skill and visual acuity, under varying degrees of light, darkness, and weather conditions, to provide direction and flagging for operators of cranes with rated capacities of up to 300 tons.The Excavator Operator must be able to climb on and off heavy mobile equipment safely.The ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and/or other sounds (e.g., moving equipment, backing alarms, or other alarms, instructions/directions from supervisor and/or spotter).Work Environment . The work environment characteristics described below are representative of those that an Excavator Operator encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions.Work environment periodically exposes the employees to high levels of noise, grease, and dust that are typically associated with a construction project.Employee regularly works near heavy equipment and moving machinery.Work may involve a variety of substances commonly found on construction sites such as form oil, grease, curing compounds, gasoline, diesel fuel and ready mixed concrete.We are 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 veteran status. We promote a Drug-Free Workplace.