Trenching & Utility Equipment Operator

Page Mechanical Group, Inc.; Commerce City (CO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits.

401(k) Program with a Company Match.

Free Wellness Resources & Marketplace"

Paid Maternity & Parental Leave.

Paid Basic Life Insurance & Voluntary

Job summary

Page Mechanical Group, Inc. in Commerce City, CO, seeks a versatile technician experienced with trenching equipment and utility work. Prior micro trenching or mini excavator experience is valued, and an active CDL is a plus.

This role covers daily truck/equipment prep, site surveys, safe traffic control, meticulous paperwork, and collaboration with foremen to ensure timely, quality project completion. Some travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and openness to new methods.
• GRIT values: Guts, Reliability, Innovation, and Teamwork.
• Experience in telecom, utilities, construction or engineering industries.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in telecommunications or underground utilities is a plus.
• Working knowledge of basic hand tools and mechanical equipment.
• Willingness to travel to job sites.

Responsibilities

• Prepare truck and machinery daily: oil, fueling, greasing, maintenance, cleaning, stocking.
• Organize and oversee inventory and daily prep of equipment.
• Survey job sites for Blue Stakes, sprinklers and obstacles before digging.
• Load and unload equipment.
• Operate backhoe or excavator; hand-dig trenches near utilities.
• Spot for machine operator during trenching.
• Backfill trenches and compact fill.
• Replace landscape removed during jobs to satisfy customers.
• Handle traffic control.
• Complete daily paperwork (time cards, receipts, DOT forms).
• Maintain equipment/materials/hour checklist.
• Communicate safety needs with foreman; participate in crew/safety meetings.
• Follow safety rules on and off site.
• Report progress to Foreman; monitor quality and resolve issues.
• Travel may be required.

Skills

Positive attitude

GRIT values

Industry experience

Hand tools

Travel flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Page Mechanical Group, Inc. in Commerce City, CO, seeks a versatile technician experienced with trenching equipment and utility work. Prior micro trenching or mini excavator experience is valued, and an active CDL is a plus.

This role covers daily truck/equipment prep, site surveys, safe traffic control, meticulous paperwork, and collaboration with foremen to ensure timely, quality project completion. Some travel may be required.