Heavy Equipment Operator I – Utility Construction

Peak Utility Services Group; Henderson (CO); On-site; USD 33,062 - 39,950; Full time

Job summary

Peak Utility Infrastructure in Henderson, CO is seeking an Operator I to join a 2-4 person restoration crew. The role requires operating heavy equipment, including backhoes and mini excavators, and performing mid-level labor on utility construction sites.

You will read prints and underground sketches, follow safety regulations, and work both independently and with teammates to ensure precise, compliant trenching and material placement. A valid driver’s license and background checks are required.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of backhoe/mini excavator operation experience.
• 1+ years of digging around underground utilities experience.
• 2+ years of dry utilities experience preferred.
• Experience reading basic prints and Underground Facility Location Sketch preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operates, maneuvers, navigates, or drives vehicles or mechanized equipment.
• Uses control mechanisms to operate machines or processes.
• Inspects equipment and materials to identify defects or safety issues.
• Determines compliance with laws and standards and reports abnormal conditions.
• Performs mid-level labor including hand digging, traffic control, and basic equipment operations.
• Reads utility prints and maps proficiently.
• Has 6+ months of independent equipment operation experience and follows safety regulations.
• Meets company and customer specs for trench or backhoe jobs.
• Exposes underground utilities manually.
• Cleans, greases, checks fluids, and performs safety inspections.
• Works with a teammate using hand signals to excavate safely.
• Follows 811 digging laws and safe digging practices.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Backhoe/mini excavator operation

Print reading / underground sketches

Safety regulations knowledge

Teamwork / communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Peak Utility Infrastructure in Henderson, CO is seeking an Operator I to join a 2-4 person restoration crew. The role requires operating heavy equipment, including backhoes and mini excavators, and performing mid-level labor on utility construction sites.

You will read prints and underground sketches, follow safety regulations, and work both independently and with teammates to ensure precise, compliant trenching and material placement. A valid driver’s license and background checks are required.