7111-21 Excavator Operator
Operates heavy excavation equipment to excavate, move and load earth, rock or rubble.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate II or higher qualification or at least 1 years relevant experience. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- loads and unloads plant from floats and manoeuvres plant around work sites
- controls plant during excavating operations
- works from drawings and markers under the direction of supervisors and engineers
- selects and changes excavator attachments such as shovel blades, buckets, pile drivers and rock breaking hammers
- starts up and adjusts compressor units or connects hydraulic hoses
- cleans, lubricates and refuels equipment, and adjusts clutches, brakes, belts and cables
- replaces cutting edges, teeth, sheer pins, blades, cables and bolts
Specialisations:
Hydraulic Rockbreaker Operator
Trench Digging Machine Operator
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