Senior Utility Track Hoe Operator - Underground Excavation

ESS Companies; Springfield (MO); Vor Ort; USD 52.000 - 78.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

ESS Companies in Springfield, MO is seeking a highly experienced Utility Track Hoe Operator for underground utility construction projects. This senior role requires proven experience with deep excavations and trench protection systems, strong safety discipline, precision and efficiency on site.

You will operate excavators for water, sewer, and pipeline work, digging trenches 8–10 ft deep, installing trench boxes, and coordinating with crews to keep projects on schedule and within budget.

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training in heavy equipment operation preferred.
• 3+ years of experience operating heavy equipment in construction settings.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications.
• Strong communication and analytical skills; ability to work with diverse teams.
• Experience with government contracts and compliance is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Operate track hoe/excavator for underground utility installations (water, sewer, storm, and other pipelines).
• Excavate trenches 8–10 feet deep while maintaining safety and grade accuracy.
• Pull, set, and work around trench boxes and shoring systems safely and efficiently.
• Complete work safely, efficiently, and to a high quality standard.
• Maintain equipment and perform basic repairs as needed.
• Communicate regularly with crew members and subcontractors to meet schedules and budgets.
• Develop and maintain relationships with crew and subcontractors to ensure awareness of schedules and deadlines.
• Ensure equipment is well maintained and safety procedures are followed at all times.
• Identify and resolve issues that arise during construction projects.
• Other duties as assigned.

Kenntnisse

Heavy equipment operation

Read construction plans

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Government contracts experience (plus)

Ausbildung

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational training in heavy equipment operation

Jobbeschreibung

ESS Companies in Springfield, MO is seeking a highly experienced Utility Track Hoe Operator for underground utility construction projects. This senior role requires proven experience with deep excavations and trench protection systems, strong safety discipline, precision and efficiency on site.

You will operate excavators for water, sewer, and pipeline work, digging trenches 8–10 ft deep, installing trench boxes, and coordinating with crews to keep projects on schedule and within budget.