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Excavator Operator

Posted Oct 17 (9 days ago) · Last updated Oct 26 · Open 9 days. This role usually stays open about 8 days

Key facts

Experienced excavator operator for a long-term Forssa project; construction education and safety cards required.

How this salary compares

Estimated €3,170 - €3,9615% below senior roles
Monthly salary comparison for Excavator Operator
MarketLower bound (25th percentile)MedianUpper bound (75th percentile)
senior roles€2,717 per month€3,650 per month€4,800 per month
This offer€3,170 per month€3,566 per month€3,961 per month

Statistics Finland’s earnings for the occupation group “Earthmoving and related plant operators” (2024), raised to July–September 2026. Job ads only set the differences by place and level. · Data and reuse

Est. take-home €2,476 - €2,893

Where and how
ForssaOnsiteSenior
Languages required
Finnish, English
Experience
3 years experience
Employer states this job follows the Infra-alan työehtosopimus collective agreement.

Original job ad

Translated by JobCrawls from the Finnish ad.

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We are looking for excavator operators for Forssa. Our client is looking for excavator operators for a large worksite / long-term project. Our client carries out earthworks contracts throughout Finland. It has a versatile fleet and experienced personnel. Its projects include data centres, energy projects, ports, water-related sites, industrial areas, streets and roads, and foundation work for various commercial and industrial buildings. The worksite is due to start before the end of this year, so do not wait too long to decide. Positions will be filled as soon as suitable workers are found. Job description You will operate a versatile fleet and carry out, among other things, foundation work, soil replacement, site preparation, excavation for drainage and stormwater systems, earthworks for water-supply networks, road and yard structures, and cable routes. If you have the following, you may be the person we are looking for. To apply, you must have: - Construction-sector education — this is responsible work, so your basic education must be in order. - Several years of excavator experience (3D control is considered an advantage) — we are looking for a professional who can get the job done without needing supervision. - Valid professional cards (occupational safety, water safety and road safety). If you do not have them, you must obtain them before starting work. - Fluent Finnish and English — both are used as site management languages. - A strong work ethic — the work is independent and you are responsible for your own work. - Good social skills — you can get along with people even in tight spaces. Visio's employee promise Whether your vision of working life is already clear or still taking shape, we can help. We make sure your employment contract and equipment are in order, and that as a professional you receive pay that matches your skills. We are there to support you when you need it. It matters to us that you enjoy your work. As a Visio employee in this role, you will receive: - Pay based on your skills under the infrastructure collective agreement (please tell us about your experience with machinery and worksites in your application). - A long project with full working hours. - Salary paid twice a month. - Induction for the job. - Workwear and equipment suitable for each task. - Daily support with work matters. Do we share a vision? Here is how to apply for the job. We interview potential applicants during the application period, so if you think you are the person we are looking for, now is the time to apply. Submit your application using the link provided. We receive many applications, and to ensure a fair process for everyone, we can only consider applications submitted through the system. You can improve your chances of being selected by attaching a CV or listing your workplaces from the past five years, and explaining how what you learned in previous jobs will help you succeed in the new role. More information about the job For more information, you can email the people responsible for recruitment, Lilli Mäyrä, at lilli.mayra(at)visiohr.fi with the subject “Haettu työ”. They are available Monday to Friday, 09:00–16:00. We appreciate it if your email questions relate only to the job. Save your introduction and sales pitch for the application itself. Good luck with your application! Visio Henkilöstöratkaisut Visio Päijät-Häme is part of the Visio Henkilöstöratkaisut group, a Finnish staffing-services company established in 2020. We play fair and offer work both to experienced professionals and to people developing their skills. We connect employees and employers so that both find a solution that meets their needs. Our cooperation is based on mutual trust between all three parties. If you want a fair employer that values your skills and recognises your contribution, that is Visio.

About the role

Summarised by JobCrawls from the job ad above.

Requirements

  • Construction-sector education
  • Several years of excavator experience
  • Valid occupational safety, water safety and road safety cards before starting work
  • Fluent Finnish and English
  • Strong work ethic and independence
  • Good interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

  • Operate excavators and other machinery
  • Carry out foundation work, soil replacement and site preparation
  • Excavate drainage and stormwater systems
  • Perform earthworks for water-supply networks, roads, yards and cable routes
  • Take responsibility for the quality of own work

Skills & technologies

Excavator Operation3D Machine ControlEarthworksDrainage SystemsStormwater SystemsWater-supply NetworksRoad Construction

Benefits & perks

Recruitment process

  1. Apply through the application system; applications submitted elsewhere are not considered
  2. Interviews are held during the application period
  3. Attach a CV or list workplaces from the past five years and explain relevant experience

About VISIO Henkilöstöratkaisut

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VISIO Henkilöstöratkaisut · 164 open roles
Top locations (all time): Helsinki, Finland · 380 · Turku, Finland · 241 · Lahti, Finland · 140 · +97 other locations
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Remote - Finland30
Järvenpää, Finland28
Hyvinkää, Finland24
PK-seutu, Finland24
Kotka, Finland23
Päijät-Häme, Finland23
Naantali, Finland21
Kerava, Finland20
Lohja, Finland19
Vihti, Finland18
Jyväskylä, Finland17
Lieto, Finland17
Paimio, Finland16
Hollola, Finland16
Riihimäki, Finland16
Central Finland15
Heinola, Finland15
Kauniainen, Finland14
Mäntsälä, Finland13
Hamina, Finland12
Porvoo, Finland12
Hattula, Finland11
Uusimaa11
Janakkala, Finland10
Salo, Finland10
Hanko, Finland10
Raasepori, Finland9
Rovaniemi, Finland9
Siuntio, Finland9
Inkoo, Finland8
Masku, Finland7
Kymenlaakso, Finland7
Kempele, Finland7
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Muhos, Finland3
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Carpenter51
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Cleaner28
Painter27
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Demolition Worker21
Truck Driver20
Construction Equipment Operator18
Construction Assistant17
HVAC Installer17
Purkutyöntekijä16
Driver16
Construction Helper15
Manufacturing Technician15
Construction Cleaner14
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Warehouse Worker13
Cook12
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Terminal Worker12
CNC Machinist11
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Current role-level mix at VISIO Henkilöstöratkaisut on JobCrawls
Role levelActive listings
Mid-Level1493
Manager51
Senior50
Junior47
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About the employer

Visio Päijät-Häme is part of the Finnish staffing-services group Visio Henkilöstöratkaisut, established in 2020. The company connects workers and employers and says its cooperation is based on mutual trust.

Core values
FairnessMutual trust