Utility Equipment Operator

CK Contractors & Development•Kings Mountain, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

CK Contractors and Development LLC is hiring a Utility Equipment Operator to support pipe-laying crews by digging trenches for sewer, storm drain, and water supply lines. The role requires knowledge of underground excavation procedures, ground grading, and heavy equipment operation. Work sites are located within a 70-mile radius of the greater Charlotte metro area; commutes may be up to one hour, and employees may move between job sites as project needs change. Overtime and periodic weekend work are expected. Applicants receiving a conditional offer must pass pre-employment screening, including a drug test.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience operating heavy equipment safely and efficiently.
General knowledge of excavation practices and utility locating requirements.
Demonstrated safety awareness and willingness to comply with company policies and safety standards.
Ability to work collaboratively to achieve company results.
Ability to think critically, analyze information, and make sound decisions.
Effective verbal and nonverbal communication with operators, truck drivers, and laborers, including listening to others' ideas.
Reliable transportation and ability to travel to assigned work sites.
Ability to adapt to changing situations and priorities with a positive attitude.
Wear required work attire, including safety vests, a hard hat, safety glasses when appropriate, long pants, and hard-soled, closed-toe shoes.
Continuous mental and visual attention to safely and effectively complete work tasks.
Ability to lift, pull, and push up to 50 pounds; bend, stoop, kneel, reach, squat, twist, climb into heavy equipment, and balance at heights up to 6 feet.
Ability to stand and be on one's feet regularly and repeatedly use hands, arms, and legs.
Ability to walk frequently on sloped, slippery, and uneven surfaces and work in confined areas.
Ability to tolerate continuous bouncing, shaking, and equipment vibration during the shift.
Ability to sit, stand, and ride in vehicles for extended periods and access equipment, modify attachments, and operate cabin controls.
Ability to perform essential tasks in strenuous conditions, including varying temperatures, humidity, sand, wind, and other severe weather.
Ability to work around hot materials, fuel fumes, vapors, dust, grease, oils, loud or constant noise, and moving equipment.
Availability for overtime assignments based on operational needs and periodic weekend work.

Responsibilities

Drive, operate, and maneuver heavy equipment.
Use equipment involved in construction, maintenance, and repair of wet utilities, sewer and treatment systems, and water supply and distribution.
Read and interpret utility blueprints and excavate soil to specified requirements.
Monitor surroundings and maintain safe operating distances from underground utility lines, equipment, workers, and other hazards.
Coordinate machine functions with crew members using hand and audio signals.
Understand utility work procedures and coordinate with the crew and other trades.
Monitor operations to ensure health and safety standards are met.
Complete pre- and post-operation equipment checks, perform daily maintenance, and keep equipment clean and ready for operation.
Record material and equipment usage and any problems encountered.
Assist with other job positions as needed to complete work.
Maintain attendance during regular working hours or other assigned schedules.
Follow OSHA and company policies to minimize accidents and injuries to people and property.