Heavy Equipment Operator
Listed on 2026-02-16
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Heavy Equipment Operator, Construction Labor / Trades, Maintenance Worker, General Labor
The Heavy Equipment Operator - Utilities plays a crucial role in the construction and maintenance of utility infrastructure, ensuring that essential services are delivered efficiently and safely. This position involves operating various heavy machinery, such as backhoes, excavators, dozers, plows, and trenchers, to perform tasks related to the installation and repair of utility lines. The operator is responsible for adhering to safety protocols and regulations while executing their duties, which directly impacts the reliability of utility services in the community.
Additionally, the operator collaborates with other team members to plan and execute projects effectively, contributing to the overall success of utility operations. Ultimately, this role is vital for maintaining the infrastructure that supports daily life and economic activity in the area.
- Operates various equipment including backhoes, excavators, dozers, plows, trenchers and or directional bore machines for the installation or maintenance of underground utilities, and other duties as directed by foreman.
- Operators are expected to embrace H&M's safety culture including safe operation of equipment, appropriate PPE and participating in daily and weekly safety talks.
- Operators will be directed in placing or maintaining underground utilities. This could include but not limited to digging around existing utilities, placing conduit, placing handholes, placing manholes, back filling & compacting.
- Operators will be responsible for daily maintenance of equipment such as and maintaining fluids, greasing equipment as required and other routine maintenance as necessary.
Skills and Abilities
- Operators are required to be familiar with OSHA Regulations regarding trench safety.
- Must be willing to travel
- Minimum of two years' experience with construction, excavation, and related heavy equipment operation preferred.
- Must possess a valid motor vehicle operator license with a CDL A license.
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Must pass a pre-employment drug test and be subject to random drug and alcohol testing
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