Charleston, SC - Mini-Excavator Operator - Natural Gas Distribution

Southeast Connections LLC; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401K with company match after 3 months

Job summary

Southeast Connections, LLC provides inclusive infrastructure solutions for the natural gas industry. The company performs construction and maintenance on gas distribution and underground utilities with a focus on safety and public interaction.

This role involves operating heavy equipment such as backhoes and trenchers, loading materials, and coordinating with foremen to complete tasks efficiently and safely on job sites. CDL eligibility and a strong work ethic are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 3 years of prior operating experience required.
• Valid driver’s license with clean record; ability to obtain CDL.

Responsibilities

• Operate backhoe, excavator, vibratory or static plows, trenchers or bore machines for underground utilities and pipe installation.
• Perform construction and maintenance work in gas distribution and underground utilities as directed by foreman.
• Load materials for transport, secure work sites, and ensure public safety at shift end.
• Collaborate with team and adhere to safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Customer contact

Team player

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Southeast Connections, LLC provides inclusive infrastructure solutions for the natural gas industry. We construct the systems and facilities to transport the nation's cleanest burning energy resource. Southeast Connections offers complete construction services that include pipeline construction, installation, maintenance, repairs, stations, facility modification and new construction. From Senior Management to the boots on the ground, Southeast Connections, LLC is dedicated & determined to remain the industry leader and earn continued respect from clients through our professionalism.

We offer excellent compensation and industry-leading benefits, such as health, dental and vision, life insurance, STD and LTD starting on DAY 1. Eligibility for company matching 401K benefit after 3 months.

Position Overview:

This position consists of skilled workers who possess the required knowledge, skill and physical ability to perform construction and maintenance work in the gas distribution, underground utilities, and gas service lines, as well as working with daily contacts with the public. Performs duties as directed by foreman while operating any or all of the following equipment: backhoe, excavator, vibratory or static plows, trenchers or directional bore machines in the installation, removal or maintenance of underground utilities and pipe installation.

Essential Functions:

• Skilled worker who possess the required knowledge, skill, and physical ability to perform construction and maintenance duties related to the natural gas industry
• Ability to perform the essential physical functions of the job and operate within a short time frame as needed
• Must have personal characteristics suitable for making contacts with customers and the public
• Must work well with others
• Must follow all safety policies and safety procedures per DC, LLC standards and the utility customer
• Load material or equipment for transport from show‑up yard to job site and secure as appropriate
• Place, remove or maintain underground utilities as directed. This includes but is not limited to carrying pipe, bags of material and other heavy items, jack hammering, shoveling, tamping and installing pipe, duct or cable
• Secure work site, equipment and materials at the end of each shift to ensure public safety and safety of equipment and materials

Qualifications:

• Education: Preferred – High school diploma or GED
• Experience: Required – 3 years prior operating experience
• Qualifications: Required – Valid driver’s license with clean driving record and the ability to obtain a CDL, gas construction experience, strong work ethic and willingness to work in a team environment

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.