Underground Utility Equipment Operator

The Equipment Operator is proficient in the operations of underground utility equipment (ex. mud vac and/or mini excavator). They must possess excavation knowledge on OSHA regulations and safe excavation practices – benching, shoring, and excavating around live underground utilities. This role works closely with the Foreman on identifying potential hazards in excavation and conducts job site analysis.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure maintenance/safe operation of the assigned equipment
• Works closely with Foreman and crew
• Ability to identify underground utilities and the underground utility locate markings
• Understands and can interpret safe excavations practices on assigned projects
• Upon qualifying for a DOT Medical Card, assist and operate combinations of commercial vehicles and trailers over 10,000 LBS
• Additionally, if operating commercial vehicle and trailer combinations over 26,000 LBS, drivers are required to have and maintain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with a tanker endorsement, per FMCSA/DOT guidelines