UTILITIES EXCAVATOR OPERATOR

CW Construction • Grand Junction, CO

65d • $23 - $30

About The Position

CW Construction is a locally-owned business with a family approach to everyone who works with us. We strive to provide stability and opportunity for our people and are committed to career growth with a strong track record of promoting from within. The Utilities Excavator Operator digs trenches for pipe laying crews to set sewer or water supply lines. The Utilities Excavator Operator is able to assist ground crews maneuver trench safety guards and material into the trenches. The Utilities Excavator Operator is knowledgeable with underground excavating procedures and ground grading.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years verifiable experience in the safe and efficient use of operating heavy equipment in the heavy commercial, industrial and civil construction market.
• Must have a good safety history and a willingness to engage and contribute to ongoing safe work practices including strong knowledge of excavation, trenching and shoring safety standards.
• Must be reliable and dependable with good attendance habits.
• Ability to follow direction and work within parameters established by Management and Supervision.
• Must be able to effectively communicate with supervisors, team members, and client representatives.
• General knowledge and understanding of excavating practices and locate requirements.
• Consistent access to a reliable personal email account.

Nice To Haves

• High School diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Drive, operate and maneuver heavy equipment.
• Maintain knowledge of the operating equipment used in the construction, maintenance and repair of utilities, sewer, and treatment or water supply and distribution.
• Read and interpret utilities blueprints to dig soil according to defined specifications.
• Utilize the appropriate and/or assigned construction machinery to safely, efficiently, and productively excavate trenches move, and grade soils.
• Understand all safety requirements of underground excavating and trenching.
• Convey information to supervisors and co-workers effectively.
• Maintain active awareness of surroundings near the equipment to maintain safe operation and distances from potential hazards such as underground utility lines, other equipment, and other workers.
• Perform pre and post equipment checks and reports equipment issues to supervisors.
• Perform basic repairs to equipment in the event field mechanics are not available on site.
• Coordinate machine functions with crew members in response to hand and audio signals.
• Maintain familiarity with and understanding of utilities work flow of duties and team coordination with other trades.
• Maintain assigned equipment and perform daily inspections to ensure compliance with operational and safety requirements including but no limited to checking fuel, oil, and/or hydraulic levels.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• $23.00 to $30.00 per hour with potential for overtime.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED