Excavation Equipment Operator

Excavation Equipment Operator

UMC has been at the forefront of the plumbing and HVAC sectors in new construction for more than 50 years. Our goal is to provide outstanding service while mentoring the next generation of professionals in the field. We deliver top quality services to the communities we contribute to building. Our commitment to sharing knowledge about the trade, combined with our dedicated team, enables us to maintain our industry leadership and experience continuous growth.

If you are enthusiastic about providing quality service and are keen to learn and advance in the trade, we present a variety of opportunities for development and leadership. Grow Your Career with UMC, Inc.

Benefits:

• TOP MARKET PAY
• 100% PAID APPRENTICE PROGRAM
• Excellent Stability and Growth Opportunities
• Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, Life Insurance for you and your family
• Paid Time Off From Date of Hire
• Paid Holidays
• 401K w/ 6% Company Match
• Excellent Company Culture

The successful Excavation Equipment Operator will safely and efficiently operate heavy equipment to support underground plumbing installations while maintaining UMC's high standards for quality, productivity, and safety. This individual will work closely with plumbing crews to excavate, backfill, and prepare job sites while exemplifying UMC's Vision, Mission, and Core Values.

Excavation Equipment Operator Pay Range (Hourly): $23.00 to $30.00/hour depending on experience

Excavation Equipment Operator Responsibilities and Duties (Essential Job Functions):

• Arrives at job sites on time to participate in daily planning meetings and safety discussions before work begins.
• Safely operate mini excavators, skid steers, and other construction equipment used in underground plumbing excavation.
• Excavate trenches for sewer, storm drain, domestic water, fire lines, and other underground plumbing systems according to project plans.
• Backfill and compact trenches following pipe installation.
• Read grade stakes, blueprints, and utility markings to ensure accurate excavation.
• Work safely around existing underground utilities and other trades.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and report maintenance or repair needs.
• Maintain equipment cleanliness and ensure proper operation.
• Assist plumbing crews with manual labor, material handling, and site cleanup when equipment operation is not required.
• Comply with all UMC, Inc. safety procedures and OSHA regulations, including proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Foreman or Site Superintendent.

Excavation Equipment Operator

Qualifications:

• Minimum 1 years of excavation experience, preferably supporting commercial or multi-family plumbing construction.
• Minimum 1 year experience operating:
  Mini Excavators & Skid Steers
• Experience excavating for underground plumbing, water, sewer, or utility installations preferred.
• Ability to safely work around underground utilities.
• Ability to read grade stakes, construction drawings, and utility locates.
• Strong work ethic with excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Must have a valid driver's license, dependable transportation, able to pass a physical and drug screening, and be authorized to work in the USA
• Must be able to use hands and fingers, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk; hear; sit; stoop; kneel; crouch or crawl; climb or balance; stand; walk; lift or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally team lift or move up to 100 pounds; work overhead and in cramped quarters. Good vision required.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Work Environment/AAP/EEO Statements While performing this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, and vibration. Occasionally exposure to a variety of extreme conditions at construction job sites occurs. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. The performance of work happens in outside weather conditions. Mitigate these hazards or stop work until conditions improve when applicable.

Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without accommodation. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Colorado Compliance: UMC, Inc. will not retaliate against any employee making a complaint or inquiring about the Company's practices regarding Colorado's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.