Excavator Operator — Backfilling and Underground Utilities

Job overview

The Excavator Operator role is onsite in Sioux Falls, SD, with most job sites within 30 miles of the city. Compensation is not specified. Metro Construction works in the underground utilities industry and says its goal is for employees to return home to their families each night. The operator digs and backfills trenches for sewer and water mainlines and services, supports bulk excavation and truck loading, and helps maintain safe, efficient job-site production. The role coordinates with the foreman and pipe layer and maintains equipment in operating condition.

What you'll do

• Dig and backfill trenches for sewer and water mainlines and services
• inspect work areas for safe and efficient completion
• lift and set trench boxes
• perform bulk excavation and truck loading
• communicate with the foreman and pipe layer
• maintain equipment, including lubrication
• work extended hours during construction season as needed.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

excavator operator

backfilling

underground utilities

sewer mainlines

water mainlines

trench work

bulk excavation

truck loading

sioux falls sd

construction equipment

health insurance

dental and vision insurance

401(k)

paid time off

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health insurance
• dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• paid time off.

Why this role

Requires backfilling experience and general knowledge of underground utility work; extended hours may be required during construction season.

About the employer

Metro Construction is hiring for this role. Industry: Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction. Sector: 23.