Excavator Operator

Overview

The Excavator Operator is responsible for safely and efficiently operating excavators and related heavy equipment at Eagle Precast, Curtin Co’s precast concrete manufacturing facility in Forsyth, GA. This role supports daily plant and yard operations by moving, loading, staging, and placing materials used in the production and handling of precast concrete products.

The Excavator Operator works under the direction of the Production Supervisor to maintain safe, organized, and productive material flow while assisting the production team as needed. This position requires a strong focus on safety, equipment care, communication, teamwork, and quality. Key Abilities for Position Success Building Collaborative Relationships: Must have the ability to develop, maintain, and strengthen partnerships with others inside or outside the organization who can provide information, assistance, and support.

Confronts problems with an intent to find solutions rather than blame and establishes “win-win” relationships. Reflects Company Values: Teamwork, Integrity, Accountability Daily Duties Safely operate excavators, track hoes, forklifts and other assigned equipment to support production, yard, and material handling operations at Eagle Precast.

Move, load, unload, stockpile, stage, and place materials used in precast concrete manufacturing, including stone, sand, dirt, aggregate, concrete-related materials, forms, and other production materials. Support the production team by helping maintain an organized flow of materials throughout the plant yard and production areas.

Load trucks, trailers, bins, hoppers, or designated material areas as directed by the Production Supervisor. Assist with clean-up of plant yard areas, material piles, debris, and other production-related work areas to support safe and efficient operations. Inspect equipment before each shift, including fluid levels, tracks, controls, attachments, safety devices, and overall operating condition.

Fuel, clean, and perform routine maintenance or minor repairs on assigned equipment as needed. Operate equipment safely around production employees, forklifts, loaders, cranes, trucks, trailers, finished precast products, forms, and other plant equipment. Observe hand signals, spotters, plant traffic patterns, pedestrian walkways, and changing production conditions to help maintain a safe work environment.

Maintain awareness of surroundings, including uneven ground, stockpiles, overhead equipment, moving vehicles, confined yard areas, and active production zones. Complete required equipment inspection paperwork and promptly report mechanical issues, safety concerns, damaged materials, or plant hazards. Assist production team members with general labor or yard tasks when equipment operation is not required.

Work overtime, evenings, weekends, or adjusted schedules when necessary to meet production needs. Always make safety a priority and comply with OSHA safety laws, regulations, company policies, and Eagle Precast facility safety requirements. Position Requirements High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Previous experience operating excavators, track hoes, loaders, or similar heavy equipment in a manufacturing, construction, concrete, quarry, yard, or material handling environment required.

Knowledge of safe equipment operation, material handling, loading, staging, stockpiling, and working around production employees, trucks, trailers, forklifts, cranes, and other equipment. Ability to operate equipment safely in close proximity to workers, finished products, forms, materials, vehicles, structures, and plant equipment.

Mechanical aptitude to perform routine inspections, maintenance, and minor repairs when necessary. Ability to follow instructions from the Production Supervisor, communicate clearly, and respond quickly to signals or direction. Attention to detail and strong awareness of surroundings, production needs, material placement, equipment movement, and facility safety requirements.

Ability to work independently as well as within a family and team-oriented production environment. Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to make logical decisions and communicate equipment, material, or safety concerns professionally. Commitment to safety, quality, timeliness, professionalism, and supporting Curtin Co’s reputation for delivering quality products and services.

Valid driver’s license is a must; additional equipment certifications may be preferred based on business needs. Working Conditions Physical Requirements Sit, walk, kneel, bend, climb, crawl, and crouch for extended periods of time. Use hands, arms, legs, and feet to operate controls and manipulate equipment accurately.

Ability to judge distances, depth, slopes, grades, and clearances while operating equipment. Ability to respond quickly to visual or verbal signals and changing jobsite conditions. Communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Vision sufficient to see details at close range and at a distance, either naturally or with correction.

Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Mental and visual attention is necessary to complete work tasks safely and effectively. Environmental Conditions Work in and around a precast concrete manufacturing facility, including plant yard areas, production areas, material stockpiles, loading areas, and equipment travel paths.

Work may occur around forklifts, loaders, cranes, trucks, trailers, forms, finished precast products, concrete materials, and active production operations. Work outside and inside facility areas and be exposed to changing weather conditions, dust, noise, vibration, concrete materials, uneven ground, and moving equipment.

Wear required protective or safety equipment, including safety boots or shoes, safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, hard hats, high-visibility apparel, and other PPE as required. May be exposed to high levels of noise, grease, dust, dirt, vibration, concrete materials, moving vehicles, and substances typically associated with a precast concrete manufacturing facility.

Must be able to operate machinery safely in facility yard conditions, production areas, and varying weather conditions.