Excavator Operator | Underground
$62,400–$93,600 year
On-site · Willmar, Minnesota, United States
Willmar, Minnesota, United StatesOn-siteContract$62,400–$93,600 yearMid LevelNot SpecifiedUnknown
Type
Contract
Level
Mid Level
Education
Not Specified
Company size
Unknown
Job Summary
Operate heavy underground excavation equipment in trenching and utility installation environments, perform daily inspections and fluid checks, change tools/buckets for trench dimensions, place and remove trench boxes, connect and align pipe sections, set manholes, and coordinate work with crew using hand signals; travel across Central Minnesota, Northern Iowa, and Eastern Dakotas, with emphasis on safety around buried utilities and adherence to trench safety regulations.
Required Qualifications
- Knowledge of trench safety procedures and OSHA requirements
- Understanding of PPE standards and safe equipment operation
- Awareness of MSHA/OSHA safety regulations
- Ability to communicate effectively and coordinate with crews
- Willingness to travel and work extended hours during the construction season
- Unwavering focus on safety
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