Underground Utilities Heavy Equipment Operator

Kiewit-Corporation-cba042a0; San Ygnacio (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking an Intermediate Experience level equipment operator to support heavy construction activities in Texas. The role involves operating vehicles and machinery to maintain roads and rights-of-way, loading materials, and performing inspections to ensure safe, efficient work processes.

Responsibilities include trenching for conduits, managing fluid levels, and training others in proper operation. Candidate must be adaptable to variable hours and outdoor conditions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with prior field experience.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions and communicate with supervision.
• Ability to use hand and power tools safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of vehicles and large heavy equipment while performing maintenance and repairs on roads and rights-of-way including loading, hauling and dumping on surfaces from smooth to rough.
• Load gravel, dirt and sand; smooth and grade roads; spread rock and gravel.
• Trench and construct ditches for conduit, culverts, water pipes and sewer pipes; remove silt and debris.
• Check fluid levels and lubrication; maintain equipment in good working condition.
• May train employees in safe operation of construction equipment and techniques.
• Inspect equipment, structures, or materials to identify defects.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety compliance

Mechanical aptitude

Reading and following instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

Kiewit is seeking an Intermediate Experience level equipment operator to support heavy construction activities in Texas. The role involves operating vehicles and machinery to maintain roads and rights-of-way, loading materials, and performing inspections to ensure safe, efficient work processes.

Responsibilities include trenching for conduits, managing fluid levels, and training others in proper operation. Candidate must be adaptable to variable hours and outdoor conditions.