Heavy Equipment Operator: Excavator/Dozer/Skid Loader

Cable Services Company; Andover (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Benefits Package: Health, Life, D

Job summary

Cable Services Company in Minnesota is seeking a field crew member to load and unload equipment, place underground utilities, and inspect tools daily. You will locate utilities, bore paths, and connect conduits while following safety standards.

Travel to project sites is possible; you may work long days in varying weather, with at least 50 lb lifting capability. A CDL and drilling/excavator experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret engineering/construction prints, plans, and specifications.
• Knowledge of utility depths and placements.
• General knowledge of construction practices.
• Able to work in varying environments with moderate to loud noise levels.
• Able to work in trenches, excavations, and manholes.
• Attention to detail and thoroughness in tasks.
• Work efficiently, independently and with a team.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Able to lift up to 80 pounds and handle variable travel.
• Willing to work 5–7 days a week, 10+ hours when needed.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload equipment securely and damage-free.
• Transport tools, materials, and equipment safely.
• Inspect equipment daily before starting work.
• Assist in placing underground utilities with crew.
• Operate equipment per company and industry standards.
• Locate utilities and verify them per blueprints.
• Identify utilities in construction area and bore path.
• Connect/stub-up conduit and wire as required.
• Dig pits, trenches, or potholes, including windows when crossing utilities.
• Restore and landscape disturbed areas at jobsite.
• Complete all required company documentation (timesheet, vehicle log, expense report).
• Adhere to safety policies and work safely.
• Perform other duties to help team complete project.

Skills

Read prints

Interpret plans

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Organizational skills

Safety compliance

Physical stamina

Problem solving

Travel readiness

Education

Class A CDL

Direction bore drill exp

Hydraulic excavators exp

Skid loader exp

Dozer exp

Tools

Directional bore drill

Hydraulic excavators

Skid loader

Dozer

Job description

Cable Services Company in Minnesota is seeking a field crew member to load and unload equipment, place underground utilities, and inspect tools daily. You will locate utilities, bore paths, and connect conduits while following safety standards.

Travel to project sites is possible; you may work long days in varying weather, with at least 50 lb lifting capability. A CDL and drilling/excavator experience are preferred.