Excavator Operator Job at Turner Mining Group, Kalamazoo, MI

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  • Turner Mining Group
  • Kalamazoo, MI

Job Description

Excavator Operator (Contract Work)

Full-Time | Outdoor Work | Earthmoving & Timber Clearing

We're looking for an Excavator Operator to join our crew. This role involves running 30–60 ton excavators to move earth, clear timber, and help prepare land for site work. If you have some operating experience and a strong work ethic, we'd like to talk to you.

Key Responsibilities
  • Operate 30–60 ton excavators for earthmoving, timber clearing, and shaping work areas

  • Remove trees, brush, and debris safely and efficiently

  • Assist with cutting, loading, stacking, and staging timber/brush

  • Perform daily walk-arounds, inspections, and basic equipment upkeep

  • Follow direction from the foreman and stay aligned with project schedules

  • Maintain a clean and safe work zone

  • Assist with general labor tasks when equipment work slows down

Qualifications
  • Preferably 2-3 + year of excavator operating experience (will consider less with the right attitude and willingness to learn)

  • Ability to safely operate mid-to-large excavators (30–60 ton range)

  • Basic knowledge of safe digging practices, grading, and slope awareness

  • Comfortable working outdoors in all weather

  • Dependable, safety-minded, and able to take direction

  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required

Schedule
  • Full-time, Monday–Friday (occasional Saturdays depending on workload or rain outs)

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work, Monday to Friday,

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