Utilities Excavator Operator

Description Operates tractor type vehicle equipped with a hydraulically powered bucket. Is responsible for maintaining job site and material in an organized and efficient order.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Be able to perform safe operations in active roadway work zones Digs trenches that meets OSHA requirements for trenching and excavating. Digs trenches to preset grades (pipe laser). Dig trenches and hold grade without the use of a laser. Unload materials. Stone in trenches when necessary.

Make sure area is back to grade and has proper drainage. Move and use the stone box and trench box system. Set manholes, inlets, and other structures. Help in the backfill process. May work with a variety of attachments (hydraulic breaker, hydraulic tamper, grapple, stump. splitter, etc.) May dig inside trench box. Responsible for daily transportation to the job site.

Maintenance (on any attachments) Check fluids on machine and add if needed. Lubricate according to operator's manual instructions unless superseded by BEI policy and instruction. Perform daily visual inspection of the machine. Completes a daily inspection form. Clean tracks daily.

EDUCATION

No formal education is required; trade school or related technical training is preferred. Minimum of one year of experience operating a backhoe or similar equipment. Experience with trenching and/or excavation work required. Ability to understand and follow equipment operator manuals and manufacturer guidelines. Working knowledge of applicable safety policies and procedures, with the ability to identify hazards and take appropriate corrective action.