Utility Equipment Operator

CK Contractors & Development•Kings Mountain, NC

11d•Onsite

About The Position

CK Contractors and Development LLC is hiring a Utility Equipment Operator to support construction site development projects. The role involves digging trenches for pipe-laying crews installing sewer, storm drain, and water supply lines. The operator uses heavy equipment and applies knowledge of underground excavation procedures and ground grading. Work sites are within a 70-mile radius of the greater Charlotte metro area, and employees may move between sites as project needs change. Applicants who receive a conditional offer must pass pre-employment screening, including a drug test. Pay is based on experience.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience operating heavy equipment safely and efficiently.
General knowledge and understanding of excavation practices and utility-locate requirements.
Strong safety awareness and willingness to comply with company policies and safety standards.
Ability to work with others to achieve company results, think critically, analyze information, and make sound decisions.
Effective verbal and nonverbal communication with operators, truck drivers, and general laborers, including the ability to listen to others’ ideas.
Reliable transportation, ability to arrive as scheduled, and ability to travel between job sites within the operating area.
Ability to adapt to changing situations and priorities with a positive attitude.
Wear required attire, including safety vest, hard hat, safety glasses when appropriate, long pants, and hard-soled, closed-toe shoes; maintain a clean and presentable appearance.
Continuous mental and visual attention to complete tasks safely and effectively.
Ability to lift, pull, and push up to 50 pounds; bend, stoop, kneel, reach, squat, twist, climb into equipment, and balance at heights up to 6 feet.
Ability to regularly be on one’s feet and repeatedly use hands, arms, and legs; frequently walk on sloped, slippery, and uneven surfaces and work in confined areas.
Ability to tolerate continuous equipment bouncing, shaking, and vibration; sit, stand, and ride in vehicles for extended periods; and access equipment, modify attachments, and operate cabin controls.
Ability to perform strenuous work for extended periods in varying temperatures, humidity, sand, wind, and other severe weather conditions.
Ability to work around hot materials, fuel fumes, vapors, dust, grease, oils, loud or constant noise, and moving equipment.
Pass pre-employment screening, including a drug test, before beginning work.

Responsibilities

Drive, operate, and maneuver heavy equipment.
Use equipment for construction, maintenance, and repair of wet utilities, sewer and treatment systems, and water supply and distribution systems.
Read and interpret utility blueprints and excavate soil to defined specifications.
Monitor surroundings and maintain safe operating distances from underground utility lines, other equipment, workers, and other potential hazards.
Coordinate machine functions with crew members using hand and audio signals.
Coordinate with other trades and maintain familiarity with utility-work duties and workflows.
Monitor operations to ensure health and safety standards are met.
Perform pre- and post-operation equipment checks, daily maintenance, and cleaning; keep equipment ready for daily operation.
Record material and equipment usage and problems encountered.
Assist with other positions as requested to complete the job.
Maintain attendance during regular or assigned work schedules and accept overtime assignments as operational needs require.
Follow OSHA and company policies to minimize accidents and injuries to people and property.