Caton Construction Group, one of the Caton Companies, headquarters in Troy, VA is growing! Currently seeking EXCAVATOR Operators for our roadway project in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina (Cornelius). Excavator Operators with PIPE LAYING/TRENCH BOX/UTILITY experience are preferred.The heavy equipment operator operates a variety of contractor equipment and properly maintains the equipment on a daily basis.Starting pay is based on skills and experience.ResponsibilitiesWorks with and assists in digging ditches and trenches, hoisting material, tools, equipment, and any related work with a backhoe, road grader or front-end loader.Performs routine inspection and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and refers defects or repairs to the supervisor.Performs all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standards.Supervisory ResponsibilityThis position has no supervisory responsibilities.Position Type and Expected Hours of WorkThis is a full-time position. Normal days and hours of work are Monday - Friday, with time provided for lunch, hours may vary. Work may be local or out of town in which case overnight stays are required. This position frequently requires long hours and weekend work. Overtime is anticipated.Travel/ DrivingTravel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected.Drivers license is required.Required Education and ExperienceHigh school diploma or equivalent.Four years experience involving the use of medium and heavy equipment, two of which must have been related to pipe operations.Preferred Education and Experience: Valid CDL License.Company BenefitsCompetitive Compensation PackageComprehensive Health, Vision and Dental InsuranceFSA Program401K Program with 4% company match8 Paid Holidays plus personal floating holidayAccrue 80 hours Paid Time Off (PTO) the first yearAnd moreWhy you should apply:Excellent working environmentWorking for a company that cares about your successWorking for a growing companyEmployment is conditional on satisfactorily completing all pre-employment requirements including background and drug screen. Starting wages depend skills and experience.Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities and females are encouraged to apply.