Backhoe Operator

Description

Operate plant to drill, excavate, break, compact, level, support and move earth, rock and other materials in construction, agriculture, forestry, mining and other projects.

Tasks include

• Operates a backhoe and attachments to excavate and remove earth, rock and other materials
• Breaks through hard surfaces using backhoe attachments
• Uses backhoe attachments to lift and place objects such as pipes, poles and logs
• Loads and unloads materials onto trucks or other vehicles using a backhoe
• Performs routine maintenance and inspections on backhoe and attachments