High school diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
Valid Commercial Driver's License (Class A) with an acceptable driving record.
Class A Combination Dump Truck + Trailer - Manual
Minimum of two (2) years of experience in one or more of the following :
* Excavation and trenching
* Sewer and drain repair or installation
* Underground utility construction
* Plumbing or underground piping systems
* Heavy equipment operation
Experience operating excavators and other construction equipment.
Ability to read and interpret work orders, utility maps, and construction drawings.
Working knowledge of OSHA safety standards and safe excavation practices.
Knowledge of excavation methods, trenching, shoring, and soil safety practices.
Understanding of OSHA excavation and trenching regulations and safe work procedures.
Knowledge of underground utility installation, repair, and replacement practices.
Working knowledge of sanitary sewer, storm sewer, water service, grease interceptor, and oil/water separator systems.
Understanding of basic plumbing systems and underground piping materials.
Ability to identify and work safely around existing underground utilities.
Knowledge of utility locating procedures, one-call systems, and damage prevention requirements.
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, utility maps, as-built plans, blueprints, and work orders.
Knowledge of excavation equipment operation, transportation, inspection, and preventative maintenance.
Understanding of proper backfilling, compaction, grading, and site restoration techniques.
Knowledge of DOT regulations related to commercial vehicle and equipment transportation.
Proficient in operating mini excavators, full-size excavators, skid steers, loaders, and other construction equipment.
Ability to safely load, secure, transport, and unload heavy equipment.
Skilled in performing precise excavations around existing underground utilities.
Ability to install, repair, and replace underground sewer, drain, water, and related utility systems.
Ability to troubleshoot underground piping failures and identify appropriate repair solutions.
Ability to perform routine equipment inspections and basic preventative maintenance.
Ability to accurately complete inspection reports, job documentation, and daily work records.
Ability to perform physically demanding work in outdoor environments and varying weather conditions.
Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 75 pounds.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, squat, and work on uneven terrain for extended periods.
Ability to safely enter and exit excavation equipment multiple times throughout the workday.
Ability to work extended hours, overtime, and occasional emergency response assignments when business needs require.
Ability to lift and move materials weighing up to 75 pounds and safely enter and exit heavy equipment throughout the workday.
