Underground Utilities Operator — Safe, Efficient & Independent

Remotelyhr; Corona (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Parental leave

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job summary

Remotelyhr in California is seeking an experienced Underground Operator to safely operate excavators and heavy equipment for underground utility installation. The role emphasizes quality, safety, and teamwork on project sites, with guidance from the foreman and collaboration with pipe layers.

This full-time, on-site position pays $35–$40 per hour, depending on experience and demonstrated skills. You will work around existing utilities, maintain trench dimensions and alignment, read project

Qualifications

• Demonstrated underground utility construction experience required.
• Proven experience operating excavators and other construction equipment.
• Experience working around existing underground utilities.
• Strong understanding of trench safety and excavation practices.

Responsibilities

• Operate excavators and other heavy equipment used for underground utility installation.
• Safely excavate around existing underground utilities and infrastructure.
• Maintain proper trench dimensions, depth, grade, and alignment.
• Work closely with pipe layers, laborers, and the foreman to keep projects moving efficiently.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and report any safety or mechanical concerns.
• Follow all trenching, excavation, and jobsite safety requirements.
• Recognize changing or unsafe conditions and stop work when plans are unclear.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow project plans, specifications, and direction from the foreman.

Skills

Underground utility construction

Excavator operation

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Job description

Remotelyhr in California is seeking an experienced Underground Operator to safely operate excavators and heavy equipment for underground utility installation. The role emphasizes quality, safety, and teamwork on project sites, with guidance from the foreman and collaboration with pipe layers.

This full-time, on-site position pays $35–$40 per hour, depending on experience and demonstrated skills. You will work around existing utilities, maintain trench dimensions and alignment, read project