Backhoe and Mini Excavator Operator (CDL)

Q3 Contracting, Inc; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Q3 Contracting, Inc is seeking an Equipment Operator to safely operate a backhoe and mini excavator for underground utility installations. You will perform equipment inspections, daily maintenance, and travel across the Denver Metro area as required.

Applicants should have a High School diploma or GED, and possess a CDL A with a current medical card. The role requires physical work, overtime as needed, and strict safety compliance.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Experience in utility distribution or related construction preferred.
• Able to read standards and schematics and work with PPE compliance.

Responsibilities

• Operate backhoe and mini excavator to install underground utilities.
• Inspect equipment and perform daily maintenance as needed.
• Travel to Denver Metro sites and work overtime as required.
• Lift up to 50 lbs and follow safety procedures at all times.

Skills

CDL A

Reading schematics

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

CDL A license

DOT medical card

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. This position is based out of our Commerce City office with frequent travel throughout the Denver Metro area.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 GEDWorking experience in the utility distribution industryJob Requirements:CDL AFed Med CardRequires 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 licenseWilling 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. For more information, contact the local union.Pay and benefits determined by union contractCompetitive compensation paid weeklyCompany vehicle providedPaid sick leave as required by Colorado’s Healthy Families and Workplaces ActQualified Veterans, Minorities and Women encouraged to apply.#IHCompany 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 StatementWe 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.Agency StatementWe are not accepting resumes from Third Party Recruiting Firms for this position. If you are an Agency or Search firm representative, contact the Primoris Talent Acquisition Manager directly for consideration. Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resumes and online response forms through this source. In addition, Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees on unsolicited resumes that are submitted to any member of the Staffing or Operations team. Primoris has established an approved vendor program for this service and will only consider accepting submissions from those approved firms. For consideration in becoming an approved vendor, contact HR.Equal Opportunity EmployerThis 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.