Mainline Excavator Operator

Layton Services; Columbus, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

401(k) Investment with Company Match

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Ins

Birthday Boots

Uniform Program

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Layton Services in Columbus, OH seeks an experienced Mainline Equipment Operator to install water, sewer, and storm utilities. You will operate excavators, read site plans, and coordinate with pipe layers, foremen, and superintendents to ensure safety and quality.

This position offers competitive pay, health benefits, a sign-on bonus, PTO, and overtime opportunities; OSHA-experience and safety-minded approach are valued.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of industry experience.
• 2+ years excavating to install mainline utilities.
• Ability to read and follow plans, site maps, and specs.
• Understanding of OSHA safety regulations and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Operate excavators to dig on grade around utilities and trench box.
• Collaborate with pipe layer, foreman, and superintendents for safe execution.
• Operate multiple machinery types with proven experience.
• Read site plans, specs, and cut sheets.
• Follow project specs and supervisor instructions for efficiency.
• Adhere to OSHA and Layton Services safety regulations.

Skills

Excavation machinery

Reading plans

Safety compliance

OSHA 10-Hour

Tools

Excavators

Trench boxes

Job description

Summary of Mainline Equipment Operator at Layton Services:

Accountable for operating various types of heavy machinery to install water, sewer, and storm utilities. Operations where you will be digging trenches to proper grade and digging in single and double-stacked boxes. You'll work closely with site supervisors and working crew members to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and according to specifications. This role requires strong attention to detail and a solid understanding of job site safety practices.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive Pay $40-$45 per Hour (negotiable upon individual experience)
• $3,000 Sign-On Bonus!!
• Damage-Free Performance Bonus
• Overtime and Prevailing Wage Opportunities
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Investment with Company Match
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Birthday Boots
• Uniform Program

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operating excavators with precision to dig on grade around existing utilities and in a trench box.
• Collaborating with your pipe layer, foreman, and superintendents to ensure safe execution and project completion per the plans.
• Ability to operate multiple different types of machinery proficiently with proven experience.
• Reading and understanding site plans, specs, and cut sheets.
• Follow project specifications and supervisor instructions to complete tasks efficiently and accurately.
• Adhere to all OSHA and Layton Services' safety regulations.
• Exhibit a responsible, safety-first attitude at all times.
• All additional responsibilities as required by the role.

Qualifications and Skills:

• 3+ years of industry experience
• 2+ years of excavating to install mainline utilities.
• Strong knowledge of excavation, grading, trenching, and material handling techniques.
• Ability to read and follow project plans, site maps, and supervisor directions.
• Understanding of OSHA workplace safety regulations and best practices.
• OSHA 10-Hour; OSHA Trenching and Excavating (can be obtained once hired)