Trenching & Utilities Heavy Equipment Operator

George Nice & Sons; Toano (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Employee Stock Options

Health Insurance (50% Premium PAID by-

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Job summary

George Nice & Sons is seeking a skilled heavy equipment operator to join our Virginia team. You will dig trenches, lay utilities, and operate loaders, backhoes, dozers, excavators, skid steers, and bobcats to support construction projects between Hampton Roads and Richmond.

A minimum of 3+ years on heavy equipment is required, along with a valid driver’s license and the ability to work Monday through Saturday. Drug screening is part of the recruitment process.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience operating heavy equipment.
• Experience with trench work and utility installation.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Able to work Monday - Saturday.
• Must be able to pass drug test.

Responsibilities

• Dig trenches to the proper depth/grade with safety slopes or protection.
• Backfill holes and compact earth for construction.
• Avoid hazards and obstructions such as utilities, other workers, and falling objects.
• Place water, storm and sanitary sewer pipes in excavations.
• Familiarize with digging plans, machine capabilities, and safe procedures.
• Observe hand signals and markings to operate machines per specifications.
• Safely operate machines and perform minor maintenance.
• Assist in placing, moving and dismantling signs, barricades and traffic control devices.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Trench work

Safety procedures

Physical endurance

Tools

Loaders

Backhoes

Dozers

Excavators

Skid steers

Bobcats

Job description

George Nice & Sons is seeking a skilled heavy equipment operator to join our Virginia team. You will dig trenches, lay utilities, and operate loaders, backhoes, dozers, excavators, skid steers, and bobcats to support construction projects between Hampton Roads and Richmond.

A minimum of 3+ years on heavy equipment is required, along with a valid driver’s license and the ability to work Monday through Saturday. Drug screening is part of the recruitment process.