Excavator Operator for Utility Crew

Description

Bishop Mays Inc. is looking to hire an experienced utility crew Excavator Operator. This is a full time position, typically working at Monday-Friday work week. Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications.

Please visit our website at www.bishopmays.com/employment to submit an application.

Responsibilities:

• Excavate for pipe installation using proper benching and sloping for particular soil classification
• Safe and efficient operation of excavator to meet production targets
• Must be able to operate excavator safely around other crew members and existing utilities
• Must be able to dig on grade for sewer or storm drain installation
• Must be able to bed pipe with bedding material
• Must be able to set up trench box and work within trench shoring systems
• Perform routine inspections, safety walk-arounds, and preventative maintenance on assigned equipment
• Observe hand signals, grade stakes, or other markings when operating machines so that work can be performed to specifications
• Receive written or oral instructions regarding material movement or excavation
• May perform other related duties as assigned and operate various other equipment

Requirements:

• Good attitude, reliable, and self-motivating to produce results in a safe manner
• Proficient skills and experience required; must dig on grade for sewer and storm drain pipe installation
• Must have at least two years of experience operating excavator laying water, sewer, and storm drain
• Knowledge of civil drawings a plus
• Drug-free
• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Legally eligible to work in the US
• Must be accountable for conduct and have excellent attendance
• Capable of working at a sustained pace and producing quality work

Benefits:

• Competitive wages based on experience and qualifications
• Health insurance
• Vacation pay
• Holiday pay
• 401K with matching program
• Work clothing allowance
• Opportunity to grow and move up in the company

Work Environment:

• Work is performed outside in all types of environmental conditions
• Frequently lift 20 pounds, and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to climb in and out of equipment unassisted
• Must be able to stand, walk on uneven surfaces, climb, kneel, bend, twist, and push/pull