Marine Field Superintendent / Lead Long Reach Excavator Operator

Lead Marine Operations & Command the Dredge - Join Doctor Dredge LLC as a Marine Field Superintendent / Lead Excavator OperatorPosition Title: Marine Field Superintendent / Lead Long Reach Excavator OperatorCompany Name: Doctor Dredge LLCPay Range: $25.00 - $29.00 per hour (starting range, based on experience)Employment Type: Full-TimeIndustry: Marine Construction / Dredging / Heavy CivilJob OverviewDoctor Dredge LLC is seeking a highly experienced Marine Field Superintendent with advanced long reach excavator expertise to lead and execute our dredging operations in the field.This is more than an operator role - it is a hands-on leadership position for a seasoned dredging professional who understands marine production flow, crew coordination, and jobsite accountability.You will operate critical equipment while driving daily production, mentoring crew members, enforcing safety standards, and ensuring each project is executed with precision and efficiency. This role is ideal for a respected field leader who naturally steps into decision-making responsibilities and takes ownership of project outcomes.Who We AreDoctor Dredge LLC is a specialized marine construction and dredging contractor serving residential, commercial, and industrial clients throughout Florida's coastal regions. We operate in technically demanding environments - on land and over water - requiring skill, coordination, and disciplined execution.Our team is tight-knit, growth-oriented, and positioned for expansion. We are seeking long-term leaders who want to build a career and help shape the future of a growing marine operation.Key ResponsibilitiesMarine Equipment & Production LeadershipOperate long reach excavators in marine and land-based dredging environmentsPerform unloading operations from hopper barges into trucks (up to 60 ft reach)Execute underwater dredging from barge-based platforms (up to 55 ft reach)Lead daily production activities to meet project schedules and quality standardsCoordinate crew workflow to maximize efficiency and minimize downtimeField Leadership & Crew OversightProvide direction to laborers, deckhands, and support crewEstablish and maintain high standards for safety, accountability, and professionalismIdentify operational inefficiencies and implement corrective solutionsTrain and mentor less-experienced operators and crew membersCommunicate production updates, equipment needs, and field challenges to ownershipEquipment & Site ManagementPerform daily inspections and preventative maintenance on heavy equipmentTroubleshoot engines, hydraulics, and marine field equipment issuesAssist with small boat handling and marine logistics when requiredMaintain organized, clean, and compliant job sitesEnforce company safety policies and marine construction protocolsQualificationsWe are seeking a senior-level dredging professional with strong technical ability and demonstrated leadership capability.Required:5+ years of excavator operating experienceProven dredging or marine construction experienceAdvanced long reach excavator proficiencyExperience operating on barges and working over waterStrong mechanical aptitude (engines, hydraulics, field servicing)Valid driver's licenseAbility to work overtime and occasional SaturdaysPreferred:Experience leading crews or supervising field operationsBoat handling experienceHeavy civil or marine project coordination experienceWhat We're Looking ForOwnership mentality and accountability for resultsDecisive field leadershipCalm, structured communication under pressureAbility to build organization and production discipline on-siteLong-term commitment to growing with a specialized marine contractorCompensation & Growth$25.00 - $29.00 per hour starting range (based on experience)Structured pay increases:Increase after 3 monthsIncrease after 6 monthsUp to $30.00 per hour + paid vacation eligibility after one yearWeekly pay cycleYear-end bonus opportunityBenefitsMedical, Dental, and Vision InsurancePaid Time Off (Holidays, Vacation, Sick Leave)Weekly PayUniforms and safety equipment providedLocal coastal projects - home most nightsLeadership growth opportunities as operations expandWork ScheduleFull-TimeMonday - Friday40+ hours per weekOvertime expectedOccasional Saturdays based on project demandWork LocationOn-site field operationsBased in Palm City, FLProjects throughout surrounding coastal regionsDaily local commute requiredEqual Employment OpportunityWe are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.