Underground Utility Equipment Operator - Travel

CDB Utility; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

CDB Utility seeks experienced laborers and equipment operators for full-time outdoor roles in underground utility construction. The work is 100% outside, with travel within the state and region and some overnight stays.

Applicants should have at least 2+ years operating construction equipment and a valid driver's license; Class A CDL is preferred. Travel and overnight stays are required as part of field assignments and crew rotations.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience operating equipment in a construction environment.
• Valid driver's license; Class A CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate power shovels, drills, mini-excavators, hydro-vac or backhoes.
• Follow digging plans, machine capabilities and safe digging procedures.
• Observe hand signals, grade stakes, or other markings when operating machines.
• Backfill excavations and perform directional drill boring as needed.
• Receive written or oral instructions regarding material movement or excavation.
• Move materials around the site and to/from shop yard.
• Conduct daily maintenance inspections on vehicles and equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Operate machinery

Hand digging

Plan reading

Safety procedures

CDL preferred

Job description

CDB Utility seeks experienced laborers and equipment operators for full-time outdoor roles in underground utility construction. The work is 100% outside, with travel within the state and region and some overnight stays.

Applicants should have at least 2+ years operating construction equipment and a valid driver's license; Class A CDL is preferred. Travel and overnight stays are required as part of field assignments and crew rotations.