Lead Utility Excavator Operator
Job Title: Lead Utility Excavator Operator
Location: Charlotte, NC
Compensation: $24/hr - $32/hr (Hourly, based on experience)
Benefits:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Ongoing professional training and career advancement opportunities
Company Overview:
A leading underground utility and site development contractor specializing in turnkey infrastructure projects across the Carolinas. The company provides services including water, sewer, and storm installation, grading, and excavation. Known for its commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork, this firm takes pride in developing its people and delivering projects that support growing communities.
Role Summary:
The Lead Utility Excavator Operator will play a key role in day-to-day field operations, operating heavy equipment for trenching, pipe installation, and utility work. This individual will serve as the lead operator on crew assignments, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality excavation practices while coordinating with field leadership to maintain project progress and safety standards.
Key Responsibilities and Duties:
- Operate excavators and related heavy equipment to dig trenches for underground utilities (water, sewer, storm).
- Serve as the lead operator, coordinating with foremen and field crews to meet daily goals.
- Ensure trenches are excavated to proper depth, grade, and alignment per project specifications.
- Assist with pipe laying, backfilling, and compaction as needed.
- Conduct pre-shift inspections and routine maintenance on assigned equipment.
- Promote and enforce safety standards on site at all times.
- Communicate effectively with team members and project supervision regarding site conditions and progress.
- Support and train less-experienced operators or laborers when needed.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Minimum 3+ years of experience operating heavy equipment for underground utility projects.
- Strong understanding of trenching, grading, and pipe installation practices.
- Ability to read and interpret grade stakes, plans, and project specifications.
- Proven ability to lead or direct small field crews.
- Must have reliable transportation and be able to travel to job sites throughout the Charlotte area.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in outdoor construction environments.
- Commitment to safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Legal & EEO Language:
Tiello LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Your Right to Work:
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
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