Underground Utilities Operator: Hands-On Field Tech

ANCO; Hartford (SD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Year-End Bonus

Health, Dental, Vision & LifeInsurance

401(K) Employer Match

Paid Holidays

PTO

Daily Per Diem when Traveling

Hotels are covered

Referral Bonus

Opportunities for career growth and培训

Job summary

ANCO is seeking an Underground Utility Operator/Laborer to join our field crew in South Dakota. You will operate excavators, backhoes, trenchers, and directional drills while assisting in installation, maintenance and repair of water, sewer, electrical and telecom lines, with a strong emphasis on safety and efficiency.

Work with teammates to locate utilities, follow blueprints and work orders, handle manual labor tasks, and travel to multiple job sites up to 80% of the year.

Qualifications

• Experience in underground utility installation, construction, or excavation.
• Ability to operate equipment and hand tools safely and efficiently.
• Knowledge of utility locates, trenching, and excavation best practices.
• Must have a Valid Driver’s License and be able to obtain a Class A CDL

Responsibilities

• Safely operate equipment such as excavators, backhoes, trenchers, skid steers, and directional drills.
• Load and transport materials, tools, and equipment to and from job sites.
• Excavate trenches and prepare sites for underground utility installations.
• Assist with locating underground utilities and ensuring proper digging procedures.
• Perform routine inspections and maintenance on equipment to ensure proper operation.
• Backfill trenches and restore work areas to their original condition.
• Work alongside team members, equipment operators, and supervisors to complete projects efficiently.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, wearing proper PPE and following protocols.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Safety-focused

Physical fitness

Blueprint reading

Equipment operation

Manual labor

Travel willingness

Job description

ANCO is seeking an Underground Utility Operator/Laborer to join our field crew in South Dakota. You will operate excavators, backhoes, trenchers, and directional drills while assisting in installation, maintenance and repair of water, sewer, electrical and telecom lines, with a strong emphasis on safety and efficiency.

Work with teammates to locate utilities, follow blueprints and work orders, handle manual labor tasks, and travel to multiple job sites up to 80% of the year.