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Operator

Dan’s Excavating is seeking Skilled Heavy Equipment Operators for abundance of jobs this season and beyond. We are looking for production oriented team players to safely operate equipment while working around ground crews & other construction operations. This is outside work in all types of environments, weather conditions, and all season. Due to the nature of the position, regular & timely attendance is essential & must conform to the company’s hours of operations.

Applicants must be highly skilled in operating any of the following:

-         Cranes

-         Dozers

-         Excavators

-         Graders

-         Front-End Loaders

-         * Special Skills* : such as excavation for underground utilities (box & plates), Finish Grade Dozer/Grader & GPS Experience is a Plus

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

-         Valid ID

-         Must be able to pass Pre-Placement Drug Test & Physical

-         Operate equipment effectively & within the equipment’s operating capabilities to ensure deadlines of job are met

-         Ensure equipment is properly shut down & stored securely at the end of the shift

-         Must possess knowledge of equipment & workplace safety

-         Adhere to corporate safety policies & procedures at all times

-         Ability to travel depending on the project

-         Construction background required, prefer heavy/highway construction experience.

-         Pay based on union scale

JOB TYPE: Full Time

Equal Opportunity Employer

Laborer

Dan’s Excavating, Inc. is seeking Skilled Laborers. This position will involve physical labor at highway and heavy construction project sites. Some of the laborer positions available but not limited to are:

• General Laborer – Road
• General Laborer – Bridge
• General Laborer – Underground
• Grade Checker
• Pipe Layer
  

Job Requirements: 

• Must be able to pass Pre-Placement Drug Test & Physical
• Ability to travel depending on project
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Possibly assist other craft workers
  

All candidates are subject to pre-employment screening.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Stake Truck/Delivery Driver

Dan’s Excavating, Inc. is seeking Stake Truck / Delivery Drivers in the Shelby Township, Michigan area. This position will involve physical labor and delivery from our yard to our highway and heavy construction project sites.

Job Requirements:

* Must be Able to Pass Pre-Placement Drug Test & Physical

* Possess Chauffeurs License

* Ability to Lift up to 40 Pounds

* Reliable Transportation

* Able to Work Independently

* Able to Follow Directions

* Responsible

All candidates are subject to Pre-Employment Screening

Job Type: Full-Time Including Some Saturdays

Equal Opportunity Employer

Welder & Fabricator

Job Description:

Dan's Excavating is seeking Welders/Fabricators in the Shelby Township, Michigan area. This position will involve physical labor at our main shop and require welding proficiency and fabrication experience.

Job Requirements:

* Must be Able to Pass Pre-Placement Drug Test & Physical

* 2 Year Welding & Fabrication Experience Preferred

* Knowledge of Welding Tools

* Must Own Basic Tools for Job

* Ability to Lift Up to 40 Pounds

* Reliable Transportation

* Able to Work Independently

* Able to Follow Directions

All Candidates are Subject to Pre-Employment Screening

Job Type: Full-Time Including Some Saturdays

Equal Opportunity Employer

Pipe Layer

PIPE LAYER

Dan’s Excavating, Inc. is seeking Highly Skilled Pipe Layers for Heavy & Highway Construction work in the Greater Detroit Areas for the 2021 and beyond seasons.

-       Must be able to pass Drug Test & Preplacement Physical

-       Ability to travel depending on project

-       Must have 2-5 years minimum Heavy/Civil Construction Experience

-       Must understand & comply with all company safety policies & procedures

-       Must be able to communicate with equipment operators

-       Ability to bend, push, pull, stoop and/or twist

-       Must be able to follow verbal instructions

-       Must be able to dig trenches to locate utilities using hand or trenching tools

-       Must be able to handle, fit/cut & install drainage, sewer, water & associated items

-       Must be able to fine grading trench bottoms to correct elevation, manual placement & compaction of pipe bedding

-       Must be able to perform strenuous work in varying weather conditions

-       Construction of sewer or drain manholes which includes finishing of poured in place concrete inverts

-       Setting up pipe laser, layout of pipe routes following written & or verbal instructions with Supervisors

-       Must possess the ability to adapt to different personalities & management styles

-       Must be a Team Player w/strong interpersonal & verbal skills

-       Must be dedicated & hard working

-       Pay is per Union Scale

JOB TYPE: Full Time

Body Shop Prep/Tech Painter

Dan's Excavating is in need of an Equipment Painter to prep & paint various types of equipment, including but not limited to minor panel repair, complete paint jobs and all related prep work. Knowledge of modern paint spraying equipment is preferred. Willing to train but expectation of some experience is necessary. Overtime is available! 40+ hours a week is typical. Basic mechanical tools may be required. Subject to respiratory fit test and Pre-placement Drug Test & Physical.

Key Responsibilities:

* Minor Panel Repair

* Complete Paint Jobs

* Prep Work

* Maintain Equipment

* Knowledge of Proper Use of Spraying Equipment

* Proper Storage of Safety Equipment

* Must Be Willing to Take Direction

* Must be a Self-Starter

* Must Have Reliable Transportation

Job Type : Full Time Including Some Saturday's

Road/Underground & Grade Foreman

Dan's Excavating, Inc. is one of the largest construction contractors in Michigan. We have grown to become a recognized industry leader in large scale, high profile DOT projects, underground utility, site preparation, structural concrete and civil electrical and ITS work. Dan's employs the finest in civil engineering, project management and administrative experts. Charged with project accountability and responsibility, our team evaluates the project, develops the processes, manages the workload and equipment and effectively communicates with the owner. Professionalism and performance in all aspects of the job are what set us apart from our competition.

Dan's is looking to add talented, experienced and motivated individuals to our team. We are seeking Road, Underground & Grade Foreman with a minimum of 5 years prior Road Construction experience in successfully taking a project from start to finish. Applicants must be experienced and have some knowledge of DOT requirements, Structural Concrete, Grading, & Underground Utilities,

Dan's is a Drug Free Workplace - Equal Opportunity Employer and uses E-Verify

REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum 5 years’ Experience

Must have the Ability to Lead, Monitor & Direct Crew

Must have Excellent Communication Skills

Must have Critical Thinking & Problem-Solving Skills

Must have Time Management Experience

Must be able to Maintain a Safe Work Environment

Must have a Valid Driver's License

Must be able to Pass a Pre-placement Drug Test

Job Type: Full-time

Shop/Yard Assistance

Dan's Excavating is looking for reliable, energetic, dependable individuals to help in the yard and shop with various duties such as Equipment Cleaning, Power Washing and Filling orders, to name a few. There is also the potential to be a delivery driver, as needed.

* Must Be Able to Pass a Pre-placement Drug Test & Physical

* Full Time Including Some Saturday's

Shop Assistant

Dan’s Excavating, Inc. is seeking a Shop Assistant in Shelby Township, Michigan area. This position will involve physical labor at our main office.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Include but are Not Limited To:

Being Able to Properly Receive and Store Parts and Like Items

Keep All Stock Rooms and Shop Areas Cleaned, Maintained and Uncluttered

Properly Process Shippers and Invoices

Occasionally Deliver Parts to Jobsites and Other Various Locations

JOB SKILLS:

Ability to Follow All Company Policies, Procedures and Take Management Directives, Including All Fleet and Safety Policies

Ability to Communicate Clearly & Effectively, as well as Having Decision Making Skills

Must be able to Maintain Good Attendance and Arrive to Work for Each Shift in a Timely Manner

Must be Capable of Lifting and Moving Parts and Boxes, Weighing up to 40 Pounds

Must have Valid Chauffeur Driver’s License and be able to Meet Driver Requirements

Hi-Low Experience is a Plus

Full Time Position

Occasional Saturday’s

Equal Opportunity Employer

Form Carpenters

Dan’s Excavating, Inc. is seeking Form Carpenters for Structural Concrete.

Job Requirements: 

• Must be able to pass Pre-Placement Drug Test & Physical
• Ability to travel depending on project
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Possibly assist other craft workers

All candidates are subject to pre-employment screening.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Field/Trucking Support Coordinator

 Dan's Excavating is in need of a Field/Trucking Support Coordinator with a great work ethic and the ability to work with people and maintain organization. You will be responsible for assisting the Field, Trucking and Shop supervisors with day-to-day coordination duties.

Key Responsibilities:

Obtain state and local truck permits

Support truck dispatching as needed

Assist Field Supervisor contacting and scheduling field staff

Assist with equipment moves and tracking

Perform some clerical duties such as accounts payable processing, filing, photocopying, faxing, and etc.

Maintain Excel spreadsheets as necessary

Occasional data entry

Perform other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

Two years of experience in a construction/dispatching/shop environment

Solid communication skills both written and verbal

Ability to organize and work under pressure

Experience with Microsoft Office suite

Reliable transportation

Associates degree a plus

Start is 6:00 AM

Some overtime may be required

Must be Able to Pass a Pre-placement Drug Test & Physical

Equal Opportunity Employer

Heavy Equipment Lube Technician

Dan's Excavating is in need of A Heavy Equipment Lube Technician to help manage and maintain our fleet with a great work ethic and an even better personality.

Full Time Position with Overtime

Union Position 324

Must have Own Tools

Experience is a Plus

Chauffeurs License

Must be able to Pass a Pre-Placement Drug Test

Job Type: Full-time

Experienced Lowboy/Gravel Train Driver