Heavy Equipment Operator – Ditching & Trenching Pro

housleygroup; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 43,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

housleygroup is seeking a heavy equipment operator for construction and repair work in Texas. You will drive and operate excavators, bore rigs, trenchers, graders, loaders and backhoes.

You will perform drainage ditching, trench work and bury drops, following safety protocols and job site instructions. The role requires endurance in strenuous labor, ability to withstand extreme weather, and willingness to travel to out-of-town sites.

Qualifications

• Must pass a background check.
• Must submit to a substance screening test.
• Follow OSHA safety rules and site regulations.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and work in extreme weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Be punctual and maintain personal time-off and phone usage discipline.
• Follow company, city, state and OSHA safety rules; avoid shortcuts.
• Cross-train to perform all functions needed to build or repair municipal water and sewer lines.
• Operate backhoes, large excavators, trenchers and hand tools during projects.
• Overtime and travel may be required.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Tools

Directional bore rig

Backhoe

Excavator

Trencher

Job description

housleygroup is seeking a heavy equipment operator for construction and repair work in Texas. You will drive and operate excavators, bore rigs, trenchers, graders, loaders and backhoes.

You will perform drainage ditching, trench work and bury drops, following safety protocols and job site instructions. The role requires endurance in strenuous labor, ability to withstand extreme weather, and willingness to travel to out-of-town sites.