Utility Excavator Operator

Morgan Corp.; Sherrills Ford (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and视on-

401(k) with company match

PTO, holidays, and a paid winter day

Professional development & career grow

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Morgan Corp. is seeking a Utility Excavator Operator in Sherrills Ford, NC. The role involves safely operating excavators and related heavy equipment to support underground utility and pipeline installation, including trenching, grading, pipe placement, and backfilling.

You will collaborate with pipelayers, laborers, and site supervisors on earthwork tasks. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with excavators on a utility crew, a valid driver's license, and the ability to travel to

Qualifications

• Experience operating excavators on a utility crew.
• Must be able to climb in and out of equipment unassisted.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Willingness to travel to other project sites throughout the southeastern U.S.
• Ability to have a flexible work schedule, including overtime and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate excavators and related heavy equipment to support underground utility and pipeline installation.
• Perform trench excavation, grading, bedding, pipe placement, backfilling and other earthwork.
• Work closely with pipelayers, laborers, and site supervisors.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain trench protection and safe working distances.

Skills

Operate excavators

Climb in/out of equipment

Travel to project sites

Flexible schedule

Safety awareness

Grading and trenching

Team communication

Job description

Utility Excavator Operator

Department: Operations

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Sherrills Ford, NC (Marshall CT)

Description

The Utility Excavator Operator is responsible for safely operating excavators and related heavy equipment to support underground utility and pipeline installation. This position performs trench excavation, grading, bedding, pipe placement, backfilling, and other earthwork while working closely with pipelayers, laborers, and site supervisors.

Key Responsibilities

• Able to stand and work outdoors in direct sunlight for long periods of time.
• Experience setting up and using a pipe laser.
• Experience laying 8-inch to 48-inch pipe inside structures and trenches.
• Experience with storm drainage, water, and sewer systems.
• Able to shoot and maintain proper grade.
• Experience working with different sizes and configurations of trench boxes, including single and double-stacked trench boxes.
• Knowledge of proper trench-box installation, movement, and removal.
• Confined Space Training preferred.
• OSHA 7410 training/certification preferred.
• Experience operating an excavator.
• Able to safely handle a trench box and material box during excavation operations.
• Able to safely excavate around laborers and other employees working inside or near the trench.
• Must understand excavation safety, underground utilities, proper slopes, trench protection, and safe working distances.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Must have experience of operating excavators on a utility crew
• Must be able to climb in and out of equipment unassisted
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license
• Frequently lift 20 pounds and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds
• Must be willing and able to travel to other project sites throughout the southeastern U.S. as needed
• Ability to have a flexible work schedule, including working overtime and weekends as needed

Job Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• PTO, holidays, and a paid winter holiday
• Professional development & career growth opportunities
• Supportive team environment in a respected, growing company