Underground Utility Excavator Operator - Local Travel

Gregory Electric Company, Inc; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 46,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family environment

401k

Paid health insurance

Paid training

Career path / Apprenticeship

Local travel

Job summary

Gregory Electric Company, Inc. seeks a Utility Heavy Equipment Excavator based in Columbia, SC to support underground distribution system work. The role involves operating dump trucks, backhoes, trenchers, and mini-excavators, with a focus on safety and accuracy.

The position may require travel within Gregory’s territory and adherence to OSHA standards. Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, plus technical experience; OSHA certifications and CDL A are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical degree/field experience preferred.
• OSHA certifications desirable; CDL A preferred or ability to obtain.
• Proven ability to read blueprints, follow procedures, and operate heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Safely construct, maintain, and repair underground distribution systems.
• Operate heavy equipment including dump trucks, backhoes, trenchers, and mini-excavators.
• Identify materials, perform pre-assembly, and apply rigging principles.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Critical thinking

Communication

Problem solving

Self-motivation

Organization

Safety rules adherence

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Technical degree / field experience

OSHA certifications

CDL A (preferred)

Tools

Dump truck operation

Backhoe operation

Trencher operation

Mini-excavator operation

Rigging principles

Job description

Gregory Electric Company, Inc. seeks a Utility Heavy Equipment Excavator based in Columbia, SC to support underground distribution system work. The role involves operating dump trucks, backhoes, trenchers, and mini-excavators, with a focus on safety and accuracy.

The position may require travel within Gregory’s territory and adherence to OSHA standards. Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, plus technical experience; OSHA certifications and CDL A are preferred.