Top 26 Excavation Jobs in Kern County Ca

Equipment Operator
KS Industries —Bakersfield, CA
- $23.45 an hour
- Online Application
- Clean driving record
- Construction site
- English
Licensed Blaster
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- From $40.35 an hour
- Overtime
- Background check
- Mid-level
- 3 years
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Field Safety Representative
Lyles Services Co. —Bakersfield, CA
- $85,000 a year
- Online Application
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- Office
HydroVac Operator
KS Industries —Bakersfield, CA
- Online Application
- Construction site
- Hazmat Endorsement
- English
Heavy Civil Project Engineer
Thalle Construction Company —United States
- Construction site
- Engineering
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Lead Construction Project Engineer- Dam Project
Thalle Construction Company —United States
- Background check
- Construction site
- CAD
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Electrical Project Engineer
Thalle Construction Company —United States
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Construction site
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Traveling Construction Superintendent
Insight Global —United States
- Up to $48 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- 7 years
- Management
- Schematics
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Project Manager- Wastewater Treatment Plant
Thalle Construction Company —United States
- Civil engineering
- Construction site
- Engineering
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Heavy Civil Project Engineer
Thalle Construction Company —United States
- Background check
- Construction site
- Engineering
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Field Project Manager (Superintendent)
ENTACT —United States
- Online Application
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Construction site
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Quality Control Manager- Dam Project
Thalle Construction Company —United States
- Full-time
- Construction site
- Senior level
- Professional Engineer
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Equipment Operator

KS Industries -
Bakersfield, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$23.45 an hour

Qualifications

Customer communication
Driver's License

Full Job Description

To apply for this position, click the "Apply Now" button above. All required fields must be completed in order for your application to be submitted and reviewed for consideration of employment. You will have the option to attach your resume in addition to completing the application.

Please contact (661) 391-2126 with any questions about the online application process.

General Summary

An equipment operator operates a variety of equipment including; tractor, scraper, forklift, bobcat, backhoe, excavator, frontend loader, side boom, semi-tractor with trailer etc.

Essential Job Functions

1. Regular and reliable attendance.

2. Prepared and on time for scheduled shift with proper PPE.

3. Responsible for Daily Shift validations.

4. Safely drive KSI Company vehicles and possess a current and valid Driver License with clean driving record.

5. Have appropriate certifications to operate the equipment being used.

6. Conduct pre-trip vehicle inspection before leaving the yard, check all fluids/tires/lights/ and all signs as listed on pre-trip.

7. Gather appropriate job permits and ensure they are filled out correctly with correct signatures.

8. Have appropriate licenses and certifications to operate the equipment being used.

9. Follow and/or complete the Detailed Daily Work Plan and ensure crew actively participates, knows and follows each procedure.

10. Be aware of the dangers associated with hazardous atmospheres and hazards associated with using tools and equipment. Preform a job walk to identify all potential hazards around working area and take procedural actions to mitigate or eliminate if any found.

11. Participate in safe work, job site safety audits and report near hits to supervision.

12. Perform monthly tool audits on equipment and ensure compliance (vehicle registration/ fire extinguisher).

13. Operate equipment in a safe and efficient manner, in addition to loading and unloading material as needed for each job site.

14. Perform tasks assigned by Crew Lead or Supervisor.

15. Perform various duties like setting and removing shoring boxes, digging and back filling various types of ditches and trenches.

16. Shoot elevations with eye level and/or laser.

17. Test for H2S or oxygen deficient atmospheres with monitor.

18. Be actively involved in all safety processes.

19. Develop knowledge of KSI SOPs and refer to the SOP to ensure compliance.

20. Follow all KSI and Customer policies and procedures.

21. Perform all physical and mental requirements listed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to read and write in English

Ability to comprehend and communicate instructions in English

Ability to communicate with employees, customers, vendors, sub-contractors, etc. in a professional and courteous manner.

Knowledge of Lock Out/ Tag Out process

Knowledge of electronic equipment and technology (iPads, cellphones etc.)

Knowledge of Stop Work Authority (SWA)

Ability to complete all safety training required

Ability to work with pipe and hand wrenches, hammers, shovels and gas monitors

Ability to use gas monitors

Knowledge of rigging loads to be lifted as well as loading equipment onto tractor trailer and binding/securing for transport

Ability to operate various types of equipment controls (Case, John Deere, Caterpillar etc.) and load charts

Ability to demonstrate basic construction safety rules

Ability to dig excavations, build locations, perform road repair, etc. as directed

Education and Experience

Preferably 1-2 years of industry experience along with in-depth knowledge of equipment being operated.

Working Conditions: The locations vary from site to site. Work is physically demanding and requires the ability to concentrate well on the job at hand, in all types of weather. Majority of the work is construction-based work. Walking and working surface vary depending on the terrain, from flat to extreme slopes and frozen, wet, snowy and slippery conditions.

Working Hours: Normally, a full-time employee will work 40 hours per week, depending on the factors such as weather and schedules. Work schedules and hours may vary depending on specific client locations and projects. In general, applicable work schedules include 5-8’s and 4-10’s. All labor laws in reference to rest breaks and meal periods will be followed.

Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed but are not to be seen as a complete list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Also, do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

KS Industries, LP is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. In accordance with applicable law, the Company prohibits unlawful discrimination based on membership of an applicant or employee in a protected class such as race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex (including gender identity, pregnancy, including breast feeding and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, age, religion, physical disability (including HIV or AIDS), mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status (including registered domestic partner status), citizenship status, military service status or other consideration protected by law. The company’s policy of equal employment opportunity applies to all employment practices including, but not limited to, recruitment, employment, training, compensation, benefits, promotions, layoffs, terminations, and any and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment.

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