Heavy Equipment Operator - Utilities: Infrastructure Specialist

Location: Sullivan County, NY

Compensation: $24 – $38 per hour

Industry: Underground Utilities & Construction

Are you a skilled operator who takes pride in building the infrastructure that powers our community? We are seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator specializing in utilities to join our team in Sullivan County. This role is essential for the safe installation and maintenance of underground utility lines, requiring precision, a high regard for safety, and mastery of heavy machinery.

The Role: Precision Excavation & Utility Installation

In this position, you will operate various heavy machines to install, repair, and maintain the underground networks that support daily life and economic activity.

• Machine Operation: Expertly operate backhoes, excavators, dozers, plows, trenchers, and directional bore machines.
• Infrastructure Tasks: Execute tasks including digging around existing "live" utilities, placing conduit, installing handholes and manholes, and performing backfilling and compaction.
• Safety Leadership: Embrace a rigorous safety culture. This includes participating in daily and weekly safety talks, wearing appropriate PPE, and ensuring the safe operation of all machinery.
• Equipment Stewardship: Perform daily maintenance on your equipment, including fluid checks, greasing, and routine servicing to ensure operational readiness.

What You Bring to the Team

• Experience: Minimum of two years of experience in construction, excavation, and heavy equipment operation is preferred.
• Licensure: You MUST possess a valid motor vehicle operator license with a CDL Class A.
• Safety Knowledge: Strong familiarity with OSHA Regulations regarding trench safety and excavation.
• Reliability: Must pass a pre-employment drug test and participate in random drug and alcohol testing.
• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Technical Proficiency: Ability to operate various equipment for the installation of underground utilities as directed by the foreman.
• Critical Thinking: Ability to navigate complex dig sites around existing utilities without causing damage.
• Adaptability: Willingness to travel to various project sites as needed.
• Collaboration: A team-oriented mindset to plan and execute projects effectively with foremen and ground crews.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Pay: Earn between $24 and $38 per hour based on your experience and skill level.
• Stability: Work in a crucial sector maintaining the essential utility infrastructure of Sullivan County.
• Safety First: Join an organization that prioritizes your well-being through strict safety protocols and regular training.