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Southeast Utilities of Georgia LLC

Location:
United States, Ontario

Category:
Construction

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Job Description:

The Operator will operate heavy machinery for construction or excavation projects in a safe manner, avoiding utilities and other obstacles.

Job Responsibility:

Operate heavy equipment in compliance with the company's operating safety policies and procedures
Load and unload equipment from vehicles and trailers
Responsible for regular maintenance and care of the assigned heavy equipment, producing any documentation needed for each job, and daily communication with managers is a must
Loads and hauls the machine
Drives, sets up, and breaks down safely and efficiently
Operates heavy equipment near active utilities
Have knowledge of shoring systems and how to use them
Rigging and setting of structures
Placement of conduit in open trenches
Proofing conduits
Potholing existing utilities
Forming and pouring of concrete
Placement of asphalt
Avoids any marked utilities and implements all precautions to prevent utility strikes
Communicates with supervisors for job details
Before the equipment is utilized, walks path to ensure all utilities have been located and develops a plan for going above or below each utility or obstacle in the path
Inspects and maintains job equipment
Adheres to all company policies, procedures, standards, and safety rules
May be required to work additional hours and/or weekends, as needed, to meet deadlines
Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent required
Minimum 1-year prior experience using the locating equipment to find any underground utilities
Must have experience operating heavy equipment near active utilities
Must have CATV / Spectrum experience
Must be familiar with locate systems
Ability to operate an asphalt roller, skid steer, backhoe, mini excavator, vacuum truck, bore machine, and other heavy equipment
Must have a valid driver’s license
Possession of a commercial driver's license (CDL) with tanker endorsement or a willingness to obtain the license
DOT Medical Card
Must be able to operate the equipment safely
Read and understand plans and specifications
Must follow all OSHA, ANSI standards, as well as company rules & regulations
Knowledge of basic computer skills
Experience and knowledge of basic shoring methods
Must be able and willing to work outdoors, subject to inclement weather conditions
Must be able to maintain visual and audible contact with other crewman and all moving or stationary persons/vehicles/objects to ensure safe coordination of movement
Must be able to work around heavy equipment and machinery
Must be able to stand or walk for long periods of time
Must be able to bend and lift and carry up to 50 pounds
Routinely requires extended periods of bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting, lifting in awkward positions, standing, and twisting
Must be able to stand, walk, sit or be in other physically demanding positions for long periods of time
Must be able to work while wearing safety boots, safety glasses, hardhat, and any applicable safety gear
DOT Medical Card
Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
First Aid Certification
Flagger Certification
Competent Person Certification
OSHA 10
Silica Training
Confined Space Training
Trench Safety Training

Nice to have:

Preferred are Mini X / Excavator skills and training
Concrete finishing and asphalt restoration experience is a plus
Bucket truck training and certs are a plus
Experience with Ditch Witch and Vermeer is preferred

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 12, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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