Utility Equipment Operator

CK Contractors & Development•Richmond Hills, GA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

CK Contractors and Development LLC is seeking a Utilities Operator to join their team. This non-exempt position is responsible for digging trenches for pipe laying crews to set sewer and/or water supply lines. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of underground excavating procedures and ground grading. The company has been developing properties throughout the Southeast for 60 years and is a leading construction site development contractor.

Requirements

2 or more years of experience in the safe and efficient use of operating heavy equipment.
General knowledge and understanding of excavating practices and locate requirements.
Must demonstrate excellent safety awareness, and a willingness to comply with company policies and safety standards.
Must be able to work with other to achieve company results.
Have the ability to think critically to analyze information and make sound decisions.
Effective communication with other operators, truck drivers and general laborers is critical, both verbally and nonverbally; this includes the ability to listen to the ideas of others.
Must have reliable transportation to be at work when scheduled.
Ability to travel.
Must be able to adapt and adjust to changing situations and priorities with a positive attitude.
Must wear proper attire at all times including safety vests, hard hat, safety glasses when appropriate, long pants, hard sole/close-toed shoes, and reflect a clean and presentable image.
Continuous mental and visual attention is necessary to safely and effectively complete work tasks.
Must pass pre-employment screening, including a drug test.

Nice To Haves

Periodic weekends and overtime hours are expected.
Job sites are located within a 70 mile radius of the greater Savannah area. By applying for this job opening, you acknowledge our operation radius and understand your commute could reach up to one (1) hour.
Teammates are asked to move job sites as project needs change.

Responsibilities

Drive, operate and maneuver heavy equipment.
Maintain knowledge of the operating equipment used in the construction, maintenance and repair of wet utilities, sewer and treatment or water supply and distribution.
Read and interpret utilities blueprints to dig soil according to defined specifications.
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.
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.
Monitor operations to ensure that health and safety standards are met.
Responsible for pre and post checks of equipment, daily maintenance and keeping the equipment clean and ready for daily operation.
Keep records for material and equipment usage and any problems encountered.
Must have the initiative, ability, and willingness to perform and assist with other job positions for job completion as requested.
Maintain attendance at work, including presence at work during regular work hour or other schedules as may be assigned.
Acceptance of overtime assignments will also be required based on operational needs.