Heavy Equipment Operator - Drainage

Balfour Beatty•Dallas, TX

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Heavy Equipment Operator – Drainage is responsible for safely operating heavy construction equipment to install, repair, and maintain storm drainage systems on heavy civil construction projects. This position performs excavation, trenching, pipe installation support, grading, backfilling, and related earthwork while ensuring compliance with company safety policies, project specifications, and applicable regulations.

Requirements

Ability to operate multiple types of heavy construction equipment safely and efficiently.
Ability to read construction plans and grade stakes.
Knowledge of trench safety and excavation regulations.
Ability to work around underground utilities.
Valid driver's license required.
Ability to work overtime, weekends, and travel as project needs require.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred.
Minimum of 3 years of heavy equipment operating experience on heavy civil or highway construction projects preferred.
Experience installing storm drainage systems is strongly preferred.
CDL preferred but not required.
OSHA 10-Hour or OSHA 30-Hour Construction Certification.
Competent Person – Excavation and Trenching (preferred).
First Aid/CPR certification (preferred)

Responsibilities

Safely operate heavy equipment including excavators, backhoes, loaders, dozers, motor graders, compactors, skid steers, and other construction equipment.
Excavate trenches for storm drain systems, box culverts, manholes, inlets, catch basins, and underground utilities.
Assist with the installation of reinforced concrete pipe (RCP), corrugated metal pipe (CMP), HDPE pipe, PVC pipe, and other drainage structures.
Perform fine grading and backfilling to project specifications.
Read and interpret construction plans, grade stakes, blueprints, and utility markings.
Work safely around existing underground utilities and follow excavation safety requirements.
Load, unload, and transport materials throughout the jobsite.
Perform daily equipment inspections and complete required documentation.
Identify equipment maintenance needs and report mechanical issues promptly.
Maintain equipment in a clean and safe operating condition.
Assist labor crews as needed when equipment operation is not required.
Work closely with foremen, superintendents, survey personnel, and project engineers to complete work efficiently.
Ensure work is performed in accordance with project schedules and quality standards.
Follow all OSHA, company, state, and project-specific safety requirements.
Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.
Participate in daily safety meetings, toolbox talks, and job hazard analyses.