Utility- Backfill Excavator Operator

Overview

Operate excavator for pipeline trenching, heavy lifts, follow foreman directions.

Key Responsibilities

• equipment cleaning
• site communication
• work attendance

Tasks

-Maintain a clean inside of all equipment. -Communicate professionally with everyone on site, including but not limited to supervisors, teammates, contractors, clients and vendor partners. -Maintain attendance at work, including presence at work during regular work hours or other schedule as may be assigned by the foreman or superintendent. Acceptance of overtime assignments also may be required in order to operational needs.

Requirements

• excavator
• cat simulators
• first aid
• safety training
• osha
• 2+ years

What You Bring

-Able to stand/sit for extended periods of time, as well as stoop, kneel, walk, bend, crouch, lift, and crawl as required to perform essential duties. -Able to lift, carry, and hold building materials, tools, and supplies -CAT Simulators -Must be 18 years of age or older. -Understand, interpret, and follow goals and directions from a foreman or superintendent. -Must be willing to work Monday through Friday 7AM-5:30PM, or other schedule as may be assigned by the foreman or superintendent, as well as Saturdays when needed. -First Aid Training -Safety Training -Able to communicate audibly and visually while exposed to varying levels of noise, dust and substances commonly found on construction sites. -Must be able to communicate effectively with supervisors and teammates. -Able to maintain constant alertness and situational awareness while on the job site. -Able to lift 25-60 lbs on an occasional basis. -Able to use hands, arms, and feet for repetitive lifting and carrying of construction materials. -Must have two (2) years or more of industry-related experience is required for this position. -Must have experience operating an excavator for pipeline work, digging inside a trench box and lifting & setting heavy loads, such as precast structures & pipe. -Must have reliable transportation. -Must be able to read and understand grade stakes. -Able to perform job responsibilities outdoors, in all types of weather conditions. -Must pass a pre-employment drug and background screening. -Must be able to understand site goals and direction. -Must be familiar with OSHA Trenching and Shoring requirements. -Able to climb on and off equipment safely while maintaining three (3) points of contact.

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Benefits

-Profit Sharing Program -401(k) Plan with Company Match -Free Training Programs at the HGC Academy -Medical Insurance -Paid Vacation, Holidays, Bereavement & Maternity/Paternity Leave -Attend training at HGC Academy -Voluntary Dental, Vision & Life Insurances -Classroom Training -Signature 35-Hour Guarantee -Short-Term Disability -Group Term Life -Voluntary Long-Term Disability -Competitive Pay (based on experience)

About Hoopaugh Grading Company, Llc

-Founded in 1953, the company has grown from family-owned roots into a powerhouse in Carolinas site development. -Specializes in large-scale, turn-key sitework projects—ranging from excavation to fine grading and utilities. -Serves commercial, industrial, mission-critical, and residential sectors across North and South Carolina. -Manages heavy civil and utility works, including storm drainage, water/sewer systems, and concrete paving. -Known for high-tech adoption: drone topography, GPS/BIM surveying, Caterpillar simulators in training. -Unusual fact: operates a dedicated training academy with VR-enabled heavy-equipment simulators.

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Security Clearance

-pre-employment drug test and background screening required. -conditional offer contingent on passing background check and fit‑for‑duty exam.