Mini Excavator Operator – Gas Construction

Quanta Services, Inc.; Aldine (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with immediate matching

Comprehensive benefits packages (Medical, Dental, Vision)

Employee discounts

Job summary

Quanta Services, Inc. is seeking a skilled Mini Excavator Operator to support gas construction operations in Aldine, Texas. The role involves safely operating mini excavators and assisting with trenching and excavation activities alongside field crews.

Qualifications include experience in utility or pipeline construction, a strong emphasis on safety, and the ability to pass drug testing. The position offers comprehensive benefits such as health insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Experience operating mini excavators in utility, pipeline, or underground construction.
• Ability to pass pre-employment and random drug testing.
• Construction, pipeline, or gas distribution experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate mini excavators for gas utility construction activities.
• Conduct daily equipment inspections and report maintenance needs.
• Assist crews with maintaining safe excavation practices.

Skills

Operating mini excavators

Safety around underground utilities

Following excavation safety and trenching requirements

Bilingual / Spanish-speaking

Job description

About this Role

DIGCO, a Quanta Services company, is seeking a skilled Mini Excavator Operator to support underground gas construction operations. This role is responsible for safely operating mini excavators and related equipment to support excavation, trenching, and utility installation activities.

The Mini Excavator Operator works closely with field crews to ensure excavation activities are completed safely, accurately, and efficiently in active utility and construction environments.

What You'll Do

• Operate mini excavators and related equipment to support gas utility construction activities
• Perform trenching, excavation, backfilling, and grading activities in accordance with project requirements
• Assist crews with locating utilities and maintaining safe excavation practices
• Conduct daily equipment inspections and report maintenance or repair needs
• Support jobsite setup, cleanup, and material handling activities as needed
• Follow all company and client safety policies and excavation procedures
• Work outdoors in varying weather and environmental conditions
• Perform additional duties as assigned

What You'll Bring

• Experience operating mini excavators in utility, pipeline, or underground construction environments
• Ability to work safely around underground utilities and active construction sites
• Basic understanding of excavation safety and trenching requirements
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and work effectively with field crews
• Strong attention to safety and equipment operation practices
• Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed
• Construction, pipeline, or gas distribution experience preferred
• Bilingual / Spanish-speaking abilities are a plus
• Ability to pass pre-employment and random drug testing

What You'll Get

As a Quanta Services employee, we offer a wide range of benefits to fit your needs.

• 401(k) with immediate matching and vesting
• Fully comprehensive benefits packages; Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Your choice of PPO, HSA, FSA
• Short term and long term benefits
• Employee discounts on consumer goods

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact the Company’s Human Resources department.