SEC - Equipment Operator

Artera; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

STD/LTD starting day 1

401(K) after 3 months

Job summary

Southeast Connections, LLC in Richmond, VA is seeking an Equipment Operator to support gas distribution construction and maintenance projects. You will operate backhoes, excavators, plows, trenchers, and directional bore machines under supervision, ensuring safe and efficient utility installations.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, 3 years of operating experience, and a valid driver's license with the ability to obtain a CDL; teamwork and safety are essential on site.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3 years of operating experience required.
• Valid driver's license with clean record and ability to obtain CDL.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment such as backhoe, excavator, plows, trenchers, or boring machines in installation and maintenance of underground utilities.
• Load materials for transport and secure at job sites.
• Maintain safety policies and public safety on site.
• Work with foreman and team to complete tasks.

Skills

CDL (commercial driver's license)

Gas construction experience

Teamwork

Safe working practices

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

POSITION OVERVIEW SEC - Equipment OperatorTitle SEC - Equipment Operator ID 63ba040f-cf7e-44a5-8ab7-d4b39a46cea7 Location Richmond, VA Southeast Connections, LLC provides inclusive infrastructure solutions for the natural gas industry. We construct the systems and facilities to transport the nation's cleanest burning energy resource. Southeast Connections offers complete construction services that include pipeline construction, installation, maintenance, repairs, stations, facility modification and new construction. From Senior Management to the "boots on the ground", Southeast Connections, LLC is dedicated & determined to remain the industry leader and earn continued respect from clients through our professionalism. We offer excellent compensation and industry-leading benefits, such as health, dental and vision, life insurance, STD and LTD starting on DAY 1. Eligibility for Company matching 401K benefit after 3 months. Position Overview: This position consists of skilled workers who possess the required knowledge, skill and physical ability to perform construction and maintenance work in the gas distribution, underground utilities, and gas service lines, as well as working with daily contacts with the public. Performs duties as directed by foreman while operating any or all of the following equipment: backhoe, excavator, vibratory or static plows, trenchers or directional bore machines in the installation, removal or maintenance of underground utilities and pipe installation.

Essential Functions:

• Skilled worker who possess the required knowledge, skill, and physical ability to perform construction and maintenance duties related to the natural gas industry
• Ability to perform the essential physical functions of the job and operate within a short time frame as needed
• Must have personal characteristics suitable for making contacts with customers and the public
• Must work well with others
• Must follow all safety policies and safety procedures per DC, LLC standards and the utility customer
• Load material or equipment for transport from show-up yard to job site and secure as appropriate
• Place, remove or maintain underground utilities as directed. This includes but is not limited to: carrying pipe, bags of material and other heavy items, jack hammering, shoveling, tamping and installing pipe, duct or cable
• Secure work site, equipment and materials at the end of each shift to ensure public safety and safety of equipment and materials

Qualifications:

• Education Preferred: High school diploma or GED
• Experience Required: 3 years prior operating experience
• Qualifications: Required: Valid driver's license with clean driving record and the ability to obtain a CDL, gas construction experience, strong work ethic and willing to work in team environment

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.