Heavy Equipment Operator

Trillium Staffing; Palmdale (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Trillium Construction in Palmdale, CA seeks Equipment Operators to safely operate excavators and mini excavators. The schedule is Monday–Friday, 6:30am–5pm, with pay of $38–$43 per hour depending on experience. Duration is 1+ years and candidates must maintain trench depth and quality.

You will work with the ground crew, perform daily safety checks, and report any underground utility conflicts. Trillium Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer and may request references from previous

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience operating an excavator or mini excavator.
• Ability to dig straight, consistent trenches with minimal supervision.
• Strong safety awareness and dependable attendance.
• Utility-trenching experience preferred.
• References from previous employers or supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Operate an excavator or mini excavator to dig trenches 24 inches deep and 36 inches wide.
• Maintain consistent depth, alignment, and trench quality.
• Perform daily equipment checks and operate equipment safely.
• Work efficiently with the ground crew and follow jobsite instructions.
• Identify potential underground utility conflicts and report unexpected conditions.

Skills

Excavator operation

Trenching accuracy

Safety awareness

Reliable attendance

Job description

Trillium Construction is now hiring Equipment Operators in the Palmdale, CA area!

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 6:30am-5pm.
Pay: $38-$43 an hour depending on experience.
Duration: 1+ years

Duties

• Operate an excavator or mini excavator to dig straight-line trenches approximately 24 inches deep and 36 inches wide.
• Maintain consistent depth, alignment, and trench quality.
• Perform daily equipment checks and operate equipment safely.
• Work efficiently with the ground crew and follow jobsite instructions.
• Identify potential underground utility conflicts and report unexpected conditions immediatley.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience operating an excavator or mini excavator.
• Ability to dig straight, consistent trenches with minimal supervision.
• Strong safety awareness and dependable attendance.
• Utility-trenching experience prefered.
• References from previous employers or supervisors.

Trillium has been recruiting and placing professionals for over 30 years. From Fortune 100 companies to small businesses, our philosophy remains the same: to achieve excellence by providing quality employees and an uncompromising level of service. We believe in honesty, integrity, and a simple philosophy of providing value to our customers and our employees. We strive to be unsurpassed in the recruitment and placement of quality and skilled professionals. Trillium is an Equal Opportunity Employer.