Excavator Operator: Underground Electrical Sitework

Advastar, Inc; Bonner Springs (KS); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Holidays

Job summary

Advastar, Inc in the Kansas City metro is hiring a full-time Excavator Operator for underground electrical work. You will run a mini excavator on a two-person trench crew, dig to plan and utility markings, and work with a helper to lay conduit before backfill. This role offers steady hours, overtime, PTO, holidays, and a clean driving record is required. CDL not needed but must be able to tow and secure equipment responsibly.

Qualifications

• Hands-on mini excavator experience in trenching or underground utility work.
• Ability to tow with truck/trailer and secure equipment.
• Clean driving record; valid driver's license.
• Able to lift 50 pounds and work outdoors in all weather.

Responsibilities

• Dig trenches to route, depth, width, and grade per utility markings.
• Lay and connect PVC conduit with a helper; protect installation until approved.
• Backfill, compact, and restore work area after inspection.
• Transport excavator between jobsites using a company truck and trailer.
• Inspect and fuel equipment daily; report defects.
• Maintain daily time records.
• Assist with general labor when the machine is idle.

Skills

Mini excavator

Trenching experience

Underground utility

Safety focus

Tools

Skid steers

Trenchers

Compactors

Loaders

Job description

Advastar, Inc in the Kansas City metro is hiring a full-time Excavator Operator for underground electrical work. You will run a mini excavator on a two-person trench crew, dig to plan and utility markings, and work with a helper to lay conduit before backfill. This role offers steady hours, overtime, PTO, holidays, and a clean driving record is required. CDL not needed but must be able to tow and secure equipment responsibly.