Equipment Operator – Excavation & Utility Sitework

Benchmark Utility Services; Thornburg (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Benchmark Utility Services, a premier design-build and site utility contractor, seeks an Equipment Operator to safely operate excavators and related equipment on utility and sitework projects. You will trench, move materials, set structures, and prepare sites for utility installation while coordinating with the crew to ensure safety and productivity.

Requirements include a minimum of 3 years of experience with excavation equipment, OSHA preferred, valid driver’s license, and ability to lift up

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience operating excavation or heavy construction equipment.
• OSHA certification preferred.
• Valid driver’s license preferred; ability to tow small trailers a plus.
• Physically capable of outdoors work and lifting up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Operate excavators, mini-excavators, loaders and related earthmoving equipment for trenching and excavation.
• Perform precise excavation near live utilities with safety compliance.
• Conduct daily pre- and post-operation inspections and routine maintenance.
• Follow trench safety, shoring and barricading standards at all times.
• Assist with trench preparation, pipe installation, backfill and site cleanup.
• Communicate with spotters and crew using hand signals and radios for safe coordination.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Teamwork

Education

OSHA certification

Job description

Benchmark Utility Services, a premier design-build and site utility contractor, seeks an Equipment Operator to safely operate excavators and related equipment on utility and sitework projects. You will trench, move materials, set structures, and prepare sites for utility installation while coordinating with the crew to ensure safety and productivity.

Requirements include a minimum of 3 years of experience with excavation equipment, OSHA preferred, valid driver’s license, and ability to lift up