Gas Utilities Heavy Equipment Operator – Live Utilities

Power & Construction Group; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 48,216 - 55,104; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401K

Boot Allowance

Paid Training

Profit Sharing

Job summary

A construction services company in Rochester, NY is seeking an Experienced Utility Heavy Equipment Operator for their Gas Division. You will operate equipment like backhoes and excavators around live utilities, ensuring safety protocols are followed. Candidates must have NGA Op Qualifications, previous utility-related experience, and OSHA 10 Certification. This role offers a salary range of $35-$40/hr plus benefits, including health insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Must have hands on experience in digging safely around live utilities.
• Experience working safely in traffic zones.
• Ability to lift and move heavy parts and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate various types of construction equipment around live utilities.
• Perform routine inspection and maintenance on equipment.
• Report directly to job site on a daily basis.

Skills

NGA Op Qualifications at operator level

Experience operating around live utilities

Safe operation and maintenance of construction equipment

OSHA 10 Certification

Communicate effectively with the public

Education

Certified Excavator Program

Job description

Join Our Team!

Power & Construction Group, Inc. has an opening for a Experienced Utility Heavy Equipment Operator for our Gas Division!

Salary Range: $35-$40/hr. Plus Prevailing Wage Rate Opportunities

Location: Rochester, NY

Requirements:

• NGA Op Qualifications at operator level
• Previous experience operating around live utilities.
• Must be able to demonstrate skills in the safe operation and daily preventative maintenance of backhoes, excavators, loaders, and skid steers.
• Must have hands on experience in digging safely around live utilities.
• Must have experience working safely in traffic zones.
• Have no lifting or physical restrictions.
• OSHA 10 Certification
• Communicate effectively and respectfully with the public and Clients.
• Work outdoors year-round in all types of weather
• Demonstrate safe and proper use and maintenance of all company tools and equipment.

Responsibilities:

• Operate various types of construction equipment safely and proficiently around live utilities.
• Perform routine inspection and maintenance on equipment and tools.
• Employee reports directly to job site on a daily basis.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and move heavy parts and equipment (up to 50 pounds or more).
• Stamina to work in various weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold.
• Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for precise tasks.
• Ability to stand, bend, stoop, and kneel for extended periods.
• Good vision, including close-up and peripheral vision, for detailed inspections.
• Hearing ability to diagnose engine and equipment noises.

Benefits:

• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401K
• Boot Allowance
• Paid Training
• Profit Sharing

P&CG is an Equal Employment, Affirmative Action Employer and a member of E-Verify. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon passing a DOT Physical, drug screen, background check, and driver’s license check. Candidates must maintain passing results throughout the term of employment with P&CG.