Backhoe and Mini Excavator Operator (CDL)

188 Q3 Contracting, Inc; Colorado; On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle provided

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Primoris Gas Operations, including Q3 Contracting, seeks an Equipment Operator to safely operate backhoe and mini excavator for underground utilities installation in the Denver Metro area. The role requires CDL A, PPE adherence, and the ability to perform equipment inspections and daily maintenance.

Frequently travel is required within the Denver Metro area; union benefits may apply, and company vehicle provided with competitive weekly pay.

Qualifications

• CDL A license required or equivalent.
• Ability to read standards and schematics.
• Must follow company policies and procedures.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Willing to wear PPE and adhere to safety regulations.
• Construction experience in natural gas distribution/pipeline, electric, transmission, telecommunications, water, sewer, landscaping, concrete/asphalt, or agricultural.

Responsibilities

• Operate backhoe and mini excavator for underground utilities installation.
• Perform equipment inspections and basic daily maintenance.
• Travel to job locations within the Denver Metro area.
• Capable of sitting for long periods while operating equipment and using controls.
• Work overtime as workload dictates.
• Lift and handle materials safely (min 50 lbs).

Skills

CDL A

Reading schematics

Technical thinking

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Overview

Primoris Services Corporation is a leading provider of critical infrastructure services to the utility, energy, and renewables markets throughout the United States and Canada. Q3 Contracting (Q3C), a division of Primoris Services Corporation, is a publicly owned and operated construction contracting company that provides both specific and turnkey services for its customers in the gas, oil, electric and telecommunications industry. We are headquartered in Minnesota, with branch offices in Colorado, Wisconsin, Iowa, Nebraska, North Dakota, and South Dakota. We are actively hiring for an Equipment Operator who will be responsible for safely and effectively operating equipment, specifically the backhoe and mini excavator, for the installation of underground utilities. This position will also perform equipment inspections and may be required to perform daily maintenance of equipment. Frequent travel throughout the Denver Metro area is required. Fleets are located at our Commerce City, Colorado and Dove Valley, Colorado offices.

Key Responsibilities

• Capable of tolerating sitting for long periods of time (up to entire workday) while operating equipment, including the constant use of hand and foot controls.
• Must be able to maneuver under and over the equipment, as well as climb vertical steps into the cabs of machinery.
• Must be able to operate Backhoe and Mini Excavator.
• Ability to drive on a stop and start basis daily and continually.
• Lifting, placing materials, standing, walking, turning, stooping, kneeling, crawling, reaching, crouching, speaking and hearing are required continuously.
• Close vision is required for some functions and distance, and peripheral vision is required for safety.
• Must be willing to work overtime as dictated by workload volumes.

Preferred Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED
• Working experience in the utility distribution industry

Job Requirements

• CDL A Fed Med Card
• Requires technical thinking, and the ability to read standards and schematics.
• Ability to follow company policies and procedures.
• Must possess and maintain an appropriate and valid driver’s license
• Willing to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and other safety regulations.
• Previous construction experience in any of the following areas: natural gas distribution/pipeline, electric, transmission, telecommunications, water, sewer, landscaping, concrete/asphalt, or agricultural.
• Able to work outside in various weather conditions such as extreme heat and cold temperatures.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 LBS and safely perform other physical work.
• Travel to job locations within the Denver Metro area is required.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Q3 Contracting is a drug-free environment, and all candidates are subject to drug testing.

Compensation and Benefits

• This is a union position, which means additional benefits may be offered directly through the union.
• Some benefits may include health insurance, apprenticeship and skilled training, continuing education, pension plans, and other resources.
• Pay and benefits determined by union contract
• Competitive compensation paid weekly
• Company vehicle provided
• Paid sick leave as required by Colorado’s Healthy Families and Workplaces Act

Qualified Veterans, Minorities and Women encouraged to apply.

Company Overview

Primoris Gas Operations, which consist of companies such as Q3 Contracting, ARB, Primoris Distribution Services, Snelson and Pipejacking Trenchless, has over 60 years of experience working in the natural gas distribution industry. Over this time, we have maintained numerous customer relationships spanning more than two decades. Providing a safe environment, quality workmanship, and exceptional value to our customers is the foremost focus of our operations.

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Power Your Potential

As a premier specialty contractor, we deliver critical infrastructure services to the utility and energy markets throughout the United States and Canada. We’re proud to provide unmatched value to our clients, a safe work environment to our employees, and innovation to our communities. When you’re part of our team, the opportunities are endless. From career advancement to worldclass benefits, we value, safeguard, invest in, and motivate our employees as we build the future, together.