Utility Operator: Heavy Equipment & Pipe Installation

Schell Games LLC; Clarksburg (WV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

RDR Utility Services Group is seeking Utility Operators experienced in sewer and water line installation, repair and maintenance, with expertise in HDPE, PVC, and Ductile Iron piping.

You will operate heavy equipment, install systems per project plans, perform trenching and backfilling, and set manholes and hydrants. Maintain safety, read blueprints, and comply with OSHA policies; travel as required.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of underground utility construction experience.
• Ability to read blueprints, grades and construction plans.
• Willingness to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment including excavators, dozers, and backhoes.
• Install storm sewer, sanitary sewer, and water distribution systems per plans.
• Perform excavation, trenching, grading, and backfilling operations.
• Set manholes, catch basins, inlets, valves, hydrants, and related structures.
• Work safely around existing utilities and follow locating requirements.
• Ensure trench safety with shoring, sloping, and trench box installation.
• Assist with pipe laying, laser setup, grade checking, and utility testing.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and maintain a clean, safe job site.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Blueprint reading

Travel willingness

Safety compliance

Tools

Laser setup

Hand tools

Job description

RDR Utility Services Group is seeking Utility Operators experienced in sewer and water line installation, repair and maintenance, with expertise in HDPE, PVC, and Ductile Iron piping.

You will operate heavy equipment, install systems per project plans, perform trenching and backfilling, and set manholes and hydrants. Maintain safety, read blueprints, and comply with OSHA policies; travel as required.