Heavy Equipment Operator

• Safely operate vacuum excavation trucks (hydro vac or air vac) to expose underground utilities and support excavation activities.
• Operate heavy construction equipment including excavators, skid steers, mini excavators, backhoes, loaders, dozers, and other equipment as assigned.
• Perform daylighting operations to locate underground gas mains, electric, water, telecommunications, and other buried utilities.
• Read utility locates, construction drawings, and project plans to safely perform excavation activities.
• Assist with natural gas distribution and transmission construction projects, including new installations, maintenance, repairs, and replacements.
• Perform trench excavation while maintaining required OSHA trench safety standards.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip equipment inspections and complete required documentation.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance and report mechanical issues promptly.
• Maintain equipment cleanliness and ensure proper operating condition.
• Work closely with foremen, supervisors, locators, laborers, and project management to complete work safely and efficiently.
• Assist crews with general labor duties when equipment operation is not required.
• Follow all company, OSHA, DOT, client, and environmental safety regulations.
• Participate in daily job safety analyses (JSA), tailgate meetings, and safety briefings.
• Maintain accurate daily production reports and equipment logs.
• Promote a culture of safety, teamwork, professionalism, and operational excellence.

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of heavy equipment operating experience in underground utility or pipeline construction.
• Minimum 1 year of Vac Truck (Hydro Vac or Air Vac) operating experience preferred.
• Experience working around underground natural gas facilities strongly preferred.
• Ability to safely operate multiple types of heavy construction equipment.
• Knowledge of underground utility locating and excavation best practices.
• Strong understanding of OSHA excavation and trench safety requirements.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining excellent communication with field leadership.
• Must be dependable, safety-conscious, and quality-driven.

• Experience in natural gas distribution or transmission construction.
• CDL Class A or B license. Must be able to drive a manual transmission.
• NCCCO or other heavy equipment certifications are a plus.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 Construction certification preferred.
• Pipeline construction experience.
• Experience working with utility locates and one-call systems.
• Mechanical aptitude for equipment troubleshooting and preventative maintenance.

• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds on a regular basis.
• Frequently climb, kneel, bend, stoop, crawl, and work in trenches.
• Ability to enter and exit heavy equipment multiple times throughout the workday.
• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and uneven terrain.
• Ability to stand, walk, and perform physically demanding work for extended periods.

• Competitive hourly pay with overtime opportunities.
• Weekly pay.
• Day One Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Benefits.
• 401(k) with Company Match.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Safety training and ongoing professional development.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

An RPO firm that hires and secure talent for EPC, AEC, and MEP projects in the US and abroad.