Operator - Hard Surface

Artera; Reserve (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Miller Pipeline is hiring a heavy equipment operator to support underground and overhead utility projects nationwide. The role requires proven equipment operation experience, a valid license, and the ability to travel within the assigned area.

The team emphasizes safety, quality, and reliability in a fast-paced field environment. Responsibilities include attaching implements to tractors, performing routine maintenance, and verifying utilities locations before work.

Qualifications

• Prior heavy equipment operating experience.
• Ability to travel around the area.
• Valid driver/operator license.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in lieu of education will be considered.
• Must pass computer-based testing, specific to the local Customer's operator qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Fasten attachments to tractor with clevis or wedge pin hitches.
• Connect hydraulic hoses, belts, mechanical linkage, or power takeoff shaft to tractor to provide power to raise, lower, or tilt attachments.
• Move levers to control tool bars, carriers, and disks.
• Move levers and depress pedals to maneuver tractor and raise, lower, and tilt attachment to clear right-of-way.
• Feel lever and listen for stalling action of engine to estimate depth of cut.
• Grease, oil, and perform minor repairs on equipment.
• Maintain all appropriate maintenance records.
• Assess the area to determine if the utilities were properly located prior to performing the underground work.
• Review the terrain to determine the best method to perform the job.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Communicate effectively

Travel readiness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Do you want to help make a difference in building America's infrastructure? Since 1953, Miller Pipeline has been a leader in building and maintaining America's infrastructure as a premier underground pipeline construction and repair contractor. Our workforce is made up of highly trained and skilled employees totaling over 5,000 with office locations in 23 states. While continually investing in gas infrastructure programs, Miller Pipeline's revenues have continued to grow year over year.Thinking about joining our team and building a career here? There is no better time than now!At Miller Pipeline you will gain: Growth opportunities for career advancement ( at Miller Pipeline)Competitive wages and industry-leading benefitsA team-oriented atmosphere centered around our core values of Safety, Quality, Commitment, and Reputation ( )On-the-job work and safety trainingEmployee recognition programs, Employee Care Fund, and more (also see )Take a look at our field work by watching the video.

Miller Pipeline is looking for Operators who can safely operate heavy equipment around overhead and underground utilities. Successful candidates must be able to communicate effectively, have prior work experience with heavy equipment operating and have knowledge of underground utilities.

Main Responsibilities

• Fasten attachments to tractor with clevis or wedge pin hitches.
• Connect hydraulic hoses, belts, mechanical linkage, or power takeoff shaft to tractor to provide power to raise, lower, or tilt attachments.
• Move levers to control tool bars, carriers, and disks.
• Move levers and depress pedals to maneuver tractor and raise, lower, and tilt attachment to clear right-of-way.
• Feel lever and listen for stalling action of engine to estimate depth of cut.
• Grease, oil, and perform minor repairs on equipment.
• Maintain all appropriate maintenance records.
• Assess the area to determine if the utilities were properly located prior to performing the underground work.
• Review the terrain to determine the best method to perform the job.

Required Qualifications

• Prior heavy equipment operating experience.
• Ability to travel around the area.
• Valid driver/operator license.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in lieu of education will be considered.
• Must pass computer-based testing, specific to the local Customer's operator qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Class A CDL with tanker endorsements.

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