UTILITIES EXCAVATOR OPERATOR

Cwconst; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 31,684 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

A local construction company in Grand Junction, Colorado is seeking an experienced Utilities Excavator Operator. The role involves operating heavy machinery for utility projects, ensuring adherence to safety standards, and maintaining equipment. Ideal candidates should have a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience, a strong safety record, and effective communication skills. This position offers a competitive hourly wage and opportunities for overtime.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience in heavy equipment operation.
• Good safety history and commitment to safe work practices.
• Reliable with good attendance habits.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment for excavation projects.
• Interpret utilities blueprints for digging specifications.
• Perform pre and post equipment checks.

Skills

Operating heavy equipment

Excavation safety standards

Communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Heavy machinery

Job description

CW Construction is a locally-owned business with a family approach to everyone who works with us. We strive to provide stability and opportunity for our people and are committed to career growth with a strong track record of promoting from within.

The Utilities Excavator Operator digs trenches for pipe laying crews to set sewer or water supply lines. The Utilities Excavator Operator is able to assist ground crews maneuver trench safety guards and material into the trenches. The Utilities Excavator Operator is knowledgeable with underground excavating procedures and ground grading.

Total Compensation

$23.00 to $30.00 per hour with potential for overtime

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Drive, operate and maneuver heavy equipment.
• Maintain knowledge of the operating equipment used in the construction, maintenance and repair of utilities, sewer, and treatment or water supply and distribution.
• Read and interpret utilities blueprints to dig soil according to defined specifications.
• Utilize the appropriate and/or assigned construction machinery to safely, efficiently, and productively excavate trenches move, and grade soils.
• Understand all safety requirements of underground excavating and trenching.
• Convey information to supervisors and co-workers effectively.
• Maintain active awareness of surroundings near the equipment to maintain safe operation and distances from potential hazards such as underground utility lines, other equipment, and other workers.
• Perform pre and post equipment checks and reports equipment issues to supervisors.
• Perform basic repairs to equipment in the event field mechanics are not available on site.
• Coordinate machine functions with crew members in response to hand and audio signals.
• Maintain familiarity with and understanding of utilities work flow of duties and team coordination with other trades.
• Maintain assigned equipment and perform daily inspections to ensure compliance with operational and safety requirements including but no limited to checking fuel, oil, and/or hydraulic levels.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years verifiable experience in the safe and efficient use of operating heavy equipment in the heavy commercial, industrial and civil construction marker.
• Must have a good safety history and a willingness to engage and contribute to ongoing safe work practices including strong knowledge of excavation, trenching and shoring safety standards.
• Must be reliable and dependable with good attendance habits.
• Ability to follow direction and work within parameters established by Management and Supervision.
• Must be able to effectively communicate with supervisors, team members, and client representatives.
• General knowledge and understanding of excavating practices and locate requirements.
• Consistent access to a reliable personal email account.

Education and/or Experience

• Required: 2 years of proven equipment operation experience in the utilities construction industry.
• Preferred: High School diploma or GED.

Physical Demands

• Operators are subject to continuous bouncing, shaking and equipment vibration throughout the course of their shift. Work functions require the ability to sit, stand, and ride in vehicles for long periods of time, as well as the physical ability and mobility to access equipment, modify attachments, and control cabin.
• Ability to push/pull/drag lifting chains/straps up to 53 ft./lbs.
• Ability to push/pull/drag equipment by assisting up to 34 ft./lbs.
• Ability to push/pull, open/close engine housing hatches up to 25-46 ft./lbs.
• Ability to lift/load/carry up to 80 lbs., including but not limited to fittings, generators, jumping jacks, equipment and/or other various materials.
• Ability to lift/carry 20-45 lbs.
• Ability to assist team-lifting 35 lbs. power equipment.
• Ability to climb into and out of equipment.
• Ability to reach above head and at 6-inces with fine and gross motor skills.
• Ability to operate various sized fire extinguishers, in training or emergency situations.
• Ability to dig/shovel various soils while performing daily duties.
• Outside work exposed to variant weather conditions (hot, cold, rain, snow) and muddy ground conditions.
• Ability to sit for long periods of time.

Equal Opportunity Employer

CW Construction LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination of any kind. All employment decisions at CW Construction LLC are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race or ethnicity, color, religion or belief, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other status protected by the law. Applicants that require reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should contact Human Resources via email at [e-mail].

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.