Equipment Operator

Responsibilities

• Operate specialized equipment such as excavators, boring machines, wheel‑type ditching machines, graders, front‑end loaders, backhoes, and directional bore rigs.
• Clear and dig drainage ditches, dig and backfill trenches, and perform other construction and repair work involving heavy equipment.
• Operate smaller and less complex equipment as required.
• Maintain knowledge of equipment operation characteristics and maintenance practices.
• Perform strenuous labor for extended periods, work in extreme weather conditions, and endure constant vibration from equipment.
• Climb in and out of trenches, lift up to 50 lbs, and follow oral and written instructions.
• Adhere to company, city, state, and OSHA safety rules and remain vigilant to prevent shortcuts or inattentiveness.
• Cross‑train to build or repair municipal water and sewer lines, using backhoes, large excavators, trenchers, and hand tools.
• Punctual attendance, minimal personal phone calls, and carrying personal weight.
• Work overtime, travel, and weekends as required. Transportation to out‑of‑town job sites is provided.

• Valid CDL license; CDL a plus.
• Experience reading blueprints.
• Proficiency in directional bore rigs, backhoes, excavators, and trenchers.
• Ability to demonstrate skills in operating common construction equipment in realistic situations.
• Pass a background check and substance screening test.
• Strong understanding of safety procedures and ability to work under extreme weather conditions.

We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, disabled veteran, armed forces service medal veteran, recently separated veteran, or active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran, or collectively referred to as "protected veterans".