Equipment Operator

  • USA

Anderson Underground

Equipment Operators are responsible for operating specialized construction equipment used in the installation, maintenance, and repair of utilities.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
  • None

Key Responsibilities:

  • Equipment Operation
    • Operate various types of heavy equipment such as excavators, plows, dozers, trenchers, skid steers, and hydro-vacs.
    • Ensure equipment is operated safely, efficiently, and in accordance with company and industry standards.
    • Load and unload equipment from trailers safely.
  • Utility Installation Support
    • Perform digging, trenching, grading, and backfilling for utility installation.
    • Use utility locating tools to identify and avoid existing underground utilities.
    • Hand dig around existing utilities when necessary.
  • Safety & Compliance
    • Follow all OSHA, DOT and company safety guidelines.
    • Use proper PPE and ensure crew adherence to safety protocols.
    • Participate in job site safety meetings and job hazard assessments prior to each task.
  • Documentation & Communication
    • Complete daily equipment logs and job reports accurately.
    • Read and interpret construction plans and layouts.
    • Communicate effectively with crew members, foreman, and supervisors.
    • Report issues, incidents, and near-misses to supervisors promptly.
  • Training & Mentorship
    • Assist in training and mentoring laborers.
    • Participate in ongoing training and certifications as required.

Required Qualifications:

  • Education & Certification:
    • Valid Driver’s License with clean driving record.
  • Experience:
    • Minimum 1 year of experience operating heavy equipment in utility construction or a related field.
  • Skills & Competencies:
    • Ability to read and understand utility maps, blueprints, and job plans.
    • Must possess good verbal communication skills.
    • Ability to operate at least one piece of equipment we utilize on the job.
    • Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Class A Driver’s License
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Vocational school training or apprenticeship
  • OSHA 10

Work Environment:

  • Work outdoors in all weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, or snow.
  • Exposure to dust, mud, insects, and loud equipment.
  • Regularly exposed to construction hazards such as open trenches, moving equipment, and vehicular traffic.
  • May require overtime or weekend work depending on project needs.

Physical Requirements:

  • Skills & Competencies:
    • Must have physical strength, balance, hand-eye coordination, and stamina necessary to endure the daily activity involved on the job site.
    • Perform continuous physical labor for extended periods (8–12 hours per day).
    • Frequently lift, carry, push, or pull objects weighing up to 80 pounds unassisted.
    • Occasionally lift items over 80 pounds with assistance.
  • Mobility and Flexibility
    • Stand, walk, and move over uneven terrain, construction sites, and confined areas for the majority of the workday.
    • Bend, squat, kneel, climb, reach, twist, and crawl into trenches, under structures, or within tight enclosures.
    • Climb ladders, steps, or equipment to access elevated or underground work zones.
    • Must be able to drive or ride in a vehicle for up to 11 hours to travel to and from job sites.
  • Manual Dexterity and Coordination
    • Use hand tools and power tools with precision and control.
    • Repetitive motion tasks such as digging, raking, or using wrenches and pliers.
    • Ability to work with small components such as fiber cable and splicing equipment.
  • Visual and Auditory Requirements
    • Visual acuity sufficient to read labels, identify cables, and operate tools and vehicles.
    • Color vision to distinguish wire or cable types.
    • Hearing sufficient to recognize warning signals, equipment alarms, or instructions.