Excavator Operator - Mainline Job at L H C Inc, Kalispell, MT

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  • L H C Inc
  • Kalispell, MT

Job Description

Job Title: Mainline Excavator Operator

Company: LHC, Inc.

Location: Flathead Valley, Montana

Pay Range: $26 - $34 per hour (based on experience)

We’re on the lookout for skilled Mainline Excavator Operators to join our dynamic construction crews. Whether you’re operating state-of-the-art machinery or collaborating with teammates, you’ll play a hands-on role in delivering projects that matter.

At LHC, Inc., we’ve been building Montana’s future for over 50 years! From bridges and highways to community spaces, our projects shape the places we call home. Safety isn’t just a priority—it’s in our DNA. We’re proud to empower our team with top-notch training and career growth opportunities. If you’re ready to drive your career forward, join us!

What You’ll Do

  • Masterfully operate heavy machinery: excavators, backhoes, loaders, blades, scrapers, and dozers.

  • Tackle roadwork, excavation, and lifting tasks with precision.

  • Use small-engine tools like jumping jacks, wacker plates, compressors, and power tools.

  • Inspect equipment routinely and report any issues.

  • Follow safety protocols like a pro and help create a secure job site.

  • Team up to complete projects efficiently and on time.

What You Bring

  • Experience: 3+ years in construction or heavy equipment operation (preferred but not required).

  • A strong focus on safety and following rules.

  • Team-player attitude with the ability to also work independently.

  • Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).

  • Problem-solving skills and the ability to make smart decisions under pressure.

  • Flexibility to travel, work various shifts, and handle overtime when needed.

Physical Requirements

  • Lift and carry 25-50 lbs. regularly.

  • Perform repetitive movements like bending, kneeling, squatting, and twisting.

  • Sit or stand for long periods and navigate uneven terrain.

  • Work outdoors in all types of weather and noisy environments.

  • Frequent sitting

  • Occasional push/pull

  • Rarely bending/stooping

  • Rarely climbing

  • Occasional reaching

  • Continuous grasping equipment controls

  • Occasional fine manipulation

  • Frequent use of Foot controls

Why Join Us?

We value our people and offer a benefits package designed to support you and your family:

  • Hourly Pay: $26 - $34 per hour (based on experience).

  • Health Insurance:

  • Year 1: Employer covers 80% of family premiums.

  • Years 2-3: Employer covers 90% of family premiums.

  • Year 4+: Employer covers 100% of family premiums.

  • Dental & Vision: 50/50 cost share.

  • Paid Holidays: Memorial Day, Fourth of July, and Labor Day.

  • 401(k): Profit-sharing retirement plan.

  • Career Growth: Paid training and development (with manager approval).

What’s Next?

Joining us is easy! Here’s what we’ll need:

  • Pass a pre-employment drug test.

  • Complete a pre-employment physical.

We’re an Equal Opportunity Employer

Be part of something bigger. Build your career while building Montana.

Apply today! #ZR

Department

Construction

Employment Type

Full-Time

Minimum Experience

Mid-level

Compensation

$26 to $34

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Shift work

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