Heavy Equipment Operator

Heavy Equipment Operator – Kingdom City, MO

The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for safely operating equipment used in underground utility construction, including excavation, trenching, grading, backfilling, and general jobsite support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate heavy equipment such as excavators, plows, dozers, trenchers, skid steers, and hydro-vacs.
• Perform excavation, trenching, grading, backfilling, and other utility installation work.
• Load, unload, inspect, and operate equipment safely and efficiently.
• Identify and work safely around existing underground utilities.
• Read and interpret utility maps, construction plans, and job layouts.
• Complete equipment inspections, daily logs, and job documentation.
• Follow OSHA, DOT, and company safety procedures and participate in jobsite safety meetings.
• Communicate effectively with foremen, supervisors, and crew members.
• Assist and mentor laborers as needed.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 1 year of heavy equipment operating experience in utility construction or a related field.
• Valid Class A CDL with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to safely operate at least one major piece of construction equipment.
• Ability to read utility maps, blueprints, and job plans.
• Ability to pass required background check and drug screening.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Underground utility construction experience.
• High school diploma or GED.
• OSHA 10 or related safety training.