Underground Utility Operator

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

Overview:

We are looking for a skilled and hardworking Underground Utility Operator/Laborer to join our team. This role involves operating equipment and assisting in the installation, maintenance, and repair of underground utility systems such as water, sewer, electrical, and telecommunications lines. The ideal candidate will have experience with underground utility work and equipment operation, possess a strong work ethic, and be committed to safety.

Responsibilities:

Equipment Operation:

• 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.

Labor Duties:

• Assist in laying, repairing, and maintaining underground utility lines.


• Use hand tools, power tools, and light equipment to complete manual labor tasks.


• 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.


• Keep job sites clean and organized.

Qualifications:

• Valid Driver’s License


• 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.


• Ability to obtain Class A CDL


• Must be physically fit, able to lift heavy objects, and work in various weather conditions.


• Understanding of blueprints, utility maps, and work orders is a plus.


• Strong teamwork and communication skills.


• Ability to work flexible hours and travel to different job sites ( up to 80% of the year).

Benefits:

• Year-End Bonus


• Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance (After 90 Days)


• Life Insurance


• 401(K) Employer Match


• Paid Holidays


• PTO


• Daily Per Diem when Traveling


• Hotels are covered


• Referral Bonus


• Opportunities for career growth and training.

Company:

ANCO specializes in building the nation’s utility and communications infrastructure. Our dedicated team, from crew members to owners, works hands-on in the field with a commitment to excellence and a vision for creating unique and impactful projects. We are driven by our passion for infrastructure development and our goal of building a better future.