Equipment Operator
Job Description
Unique Opening
Position: Equipment Operator
Company: Benchmark Utility Services
Company: Benchmark Utility Services
Job Brief
Equipment operator company overview benchmark is a premier design-build, site and underground utility construction firm, completing over 500 projects spanning over eight (8) years.
Experience
Occupational Experience is required
Job Detail
- Operate excavators, mini-excavators, loaders, and related earthmoving equipment for trenching, excavation, and backfill.
- Perform precise excavation around live utilities, maintaining strict adherence to safety and Miss Utility guidelines.
- Conduct daily pre- and post-operation equipment inspections, perform routine maintenance (fueling, lubrication, fluid checks), and report any issues immediately.
- Follow trench safety, shoring, and barricading standards at all times.
- Assist the crew with trench preparation, pipe installation, backfill, and site cleanup when not operating equipment.
- Communicate clearly with spotters and crew members using hand signals and radios to ensure safe coordination.
- Load, unload, and position materials and trench boxes safely using proper rigging techniques.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area. follow company and OSHA safety standards.
- Document equipment use, inspections, and fuel logs accurately as required.
- Support general labor, excavation and other site tasks as assigned. Qualifications Minimum 3 years of experience operating excavation or heavy construction equipment.
- Proven ability to perform precision excavation near utilities and structures.
- Knowledge of trench safety, shoring, and excavation best practices.
- OSHA certification preferred.
- Valid driver’s license and willingness to drive trucks is preferred. ability to tow small trailers a plus.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills. able to follow instructions and work efficiently in a crew environment.
- Ability to perform routine maintenance and basic troubleshooting on equipment.
- Physically capable of working outdoors in varying weather conditions and lifting up to 50 lbs.
- Reliable, safety-minded, and drug-free.
- Why Join Benchmark Utility Services
- Benchmark Utility Services offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits and a dynamic work environment that values excellence, teamwork, and professional growth. If you possess the Qualifications and skills to excel in this role, we encourage you to apply. Equal Opportunity Employer.
