RockHound- Civil/Mechanical Equipment Operator (Eligible to drive)

Primoris Services Corporation; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k w/employer match

Health/Dental/Vision insurance plans

Paid time off

Stock purchase plan

Job summary

Primoris Services Corporation in Odessa, TX is seeking a RockHound - Civil/Mechanical Equipment Operator (Eligible to drive) for on-site work at industrial construction sites and fabrication shops. Mobilization, equipment maintenance, and adherence to project specifications will be key responsibilities in a safety‑driven team.

Requirements include 1–2 years of excavation near underground utilities, a valid driver’s license, and preferably a Class A CDL with airbrakes and tanker endorsement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-2 years related experience excavating near underground utilities.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Class A CDL with airbrakes and tanker endorsement preferred.

Responsibilities

• Practice safety rules.
• Follow verbal and written instructions.
• Report to and assist immediate supervisor.
• Perform quality work as determined by project specifications.
• Accountable for all tools and materials at the end of your shift.
• Must work well as part of a team.

Job description

RockHound- Civil/Mechanical Equipment Operator (Eligible to drive)

Job Category: Operations Field

Requisition Number: ROCKH020909

• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Odessa, TX
Odessa, TX, USA

Description

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Practice safety rules.
• Follow verbal and written instructions.
• Report to and assist immediate supervisor.
• Perform quality work as determined by project specifications.
• Accountable for all tools and materials at the end of your shift.
• Must work well as part of a team.
• Safety - Safety is a core value of our company and no job is so important that it cannot be completed safely. It is the responsibility of all employees to know and understand and comply with all company safety policies and federal, state, and local regulations. Employees have a responsibility to stop and correct unsafe work practices and to refuse to work in an unsafe situation.
• Mobilization and Demobilization - Ability to mobilize equipment being operated, including loading, unloading, securing, set up and tear down.
• Equipment Maintenance - Ensure that all equipment, vehicles, and tools are properly accounted for, used for correct purpose and are maintained.
• Other – Serves as backup to other positions at the direction of management; and other duties as assigned.
• Grasp and manipulate various hand tools daily.
• Standing for more than two hours at a time, as well twisting, bending, pulling, pushing, reaching, and stooping regularly.
• Identify/distinguish colors and use of manual dexterity and fine motor skills.
• Communicate orally as well as ability to hear and understand.
• Work and operate motorized equipment as well as safely perform procedures where carelessness would potentially result in injury.
• Work in an environment that is uncomfortable due to drafts, noise, temperature variation or similar discomforts.
• Ability to proofread and check documents for accuracy, as well as use a keyboard to enter and transform words or data.
• Must comply with company’s drug and alcohol abuse policy.
• Must be able to pass physical examination, pre-employment if necessary, and as required by the company.
• Able to climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding, stairways, etc.
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or work at elevated heights as well as in confined spaces (towers, vessels, excavations, etc.).
• It is recommended to get assistance to lift items over 50 lbs. Check with your project supervisor or project safety director.
• Must be able to work extended hours on your feet on uneven surfaces (dirt, concrete, asphalt, mud, gravel, etc.)
• Must be clean shaven and able to work while wearing a respirator and other personal protective equipment, when required.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum 1-2 years related experience excavating near underground utilities.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Class A CDL with airbrakes and tanker endorsement preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must comply with client safety requirements (e.g., clean-shaven, long sleeves, steel-toe boots).
• Must pass a physical exam if required.
• Able to:
• Climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding, and stairways.
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and work at heights or in confined spaces (e.g., towers, vessels, excavations).
• Lift and carry up to 50 lbs. (Use assistance for heavier loads).
• Stand or walk for extended periods on uneven surfaces (dirt, concrete, asphalt, mud, gravel).
• Must be able to wear a respirator and other PPE when required.

Work Location

• Industrial construction sites and/or fabrication shops.

Mobility Barriers

• Obstructed pathways
• Work at low/high elevations
• Confined workspaces

Environmental Conditions

• Predominantly outdoor work
• Exposure to:
• Extreme heat or cold
• Humidity, rain, and other weather conditions
• Loud noise from tools and machinery
• Potential chemical exposure

Company Overview:

Primoris Services Corporation is a premier specialty contractor providing critical infrastructure services to the utility, energy, and renewables markets throughout the United States and Canada. Built on a foundation of trust, we deliver a range of engineering, construction, and maintenance services that power, connect, and enhance society. On projects spanning utility-scale solar, renewables, power delivery, communications, and transportation infrastructure, we offer unmatched value to our clients, a safe and entrepreneurial culture to our employees, and innovation and excellence to our communities. To learn more, visit www.prim.com and follow us on social media at @PrimorisServicesCorporation.

• 401k w/employer match
• Health/Dental/Vision insurance plans
• Paid time off
• Stock purchase plan

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