Gas Utilities Heavy Equipment Operator (CDL A)

Miller Pipeline; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Miller Pipeline is seeking operators to safely operate heavy equipment around overhead and underground utilities in a role that supports infrastructure development across the region.

Applicants should have prior heavy equipment experience, a Class A CDL, and the ability to travel locally. The position requires passing computer-based testing and a strong safety mindset. Consideration will be given to those with tanker endorsements and related qualifications.

Qualifications

• Prior heavy equipment operating experience.
• Class A CDL.
• Ability to travel around the area.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must pass computer-based testing, specific to the local Customer’s operator qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Fasten attachments to tractor with clevis or wedge pin hitches.
• Connect hydraulic hoses, belts, mechanical linkage, or power takeoff shaft to tractor to provide power to raise, lower, or tilt attachments.
• Move levers to control tool bars, carriers, and disks.
• Move levers and depress pedals to maneuver tractor and raise, lower, and tilt attachment to clear right-of-way.
• Feel lever and listen for stalling action of engine to estimate depth of cut.
• Grease, oil, and perform minor repairs on equipment.
• Maintain all appropriate maintenance records.
• Assess the area to determine if the utilities were properly located prior to performing the underground work.
• Review the terrain to determine the best method to perform the job.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Miller Pipeline is seeking operators to safely operate heavy equipment around overhead and underground utilities in a role that supports infrastructure development across the region.

Applicants should have prior heavy equipment experience, a Class A CDL, and the ability to travel locally. The position requires passing computer-based testing and a strong safety mindset. Consideration will be given to those with tanker endorsements and related qualifications.