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Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in operating mini excavators and skid steers for civil construction and earthwork, with a strong focus on safe digging practices and utility installation. Proficient in interpreting construction drawings and assessing soil conditions to ensure efficient project execution.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Mini Excavator OperationSkid Steer OperationUnderground Utility InstallationSafe Digging PracticesConstruction Drawing Interpretation
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Hard Skills
Mini Excavator OperationSkid Steer OperationUnderground Utility InstallationSoil Compaction TechniquesConstruction Drawing InterpretationUtility Locate ProceduresBackfilling TechniquesTrench Route AssessmentDaily Equipment InspectionsBasic Equipment Maintenance
Soft Skills
Clear CommunicationTeam CollaborationProblem-Solving
Certifications & Qualifications
Valid Driver’s License
Industry Keywords
Civil ConstructionEarthwork ActivitiesFiber Optic InstallationJob Site Safety StandardsSoil ConditionsLift ThicknessMoisture LevelsCompaction Requirements
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Safely and efficiently operate mini excavator and skid steers for civil construction and earthwork activities
- Safely excavate around existing underground utilities, including electrical and telecommunications infrastructure, following required locate and safe-dig procedures
- Place soil and aggregate in appropriate lifts to allow for effective compaction
- Recognize how different soil types respond to moisture and compaction
- Support crews with conduit placement and cable installation to keep production moving
- Complete daily inspections and basic maintenance checks to keep equipment running reliably
- Help with hand digging and conduit installation
- Communicate clearly with crew members and supervisors to maintain safe, efficient production and meet daily project goals
- Travel to new project locations approximately every four weeks
Requirements
What you’ll need- Minimum 5 years of experience operating mini excavators and skid steers in underground utilities, roadbuilding, or a related industry
- Experience with fiber optic or underground utility installation is an asset
- Ability to read construction drawings, interpret utility locates, identify potential conflicts, and assess trench routes before digging
- Knowledge of proper backfilling, soil conditions, lift thickness, moisture levels, and compaction requirements
- Ability to recognize unsuitable soil, unexpected utilities, and unsafe site conditions
- Strong understanding of safe digging practices and job site safety standards
- Valid driver’s license
- Ability to safely lift up to 50 lbs.
- Must have reliable transportation
- All applicants must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States
Benefits
Comp & perks- Competitive hourly wage
- Living Out Allowance (LOA) provided
- Full health, dental, vision
- 401(k) matching
- Opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge
- Monday to Friday schedule