Cdl equipment operator

• 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, produce any documentation needed for each job, 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

• 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 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)
• DOT Medical Card
• Experience with Ditch Witch and Vermeer is preferred
• 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

Experience with Ditch Witch and Vermeer is preferred

• Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
• 401(k) Program with a Company Match
• Free Wellness Resources & Marketplace Discounts
• Paid Maternity & Parental Leave
• Paid Basic Life Insurance & Voluntary Options