What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operator position at ANDERSON UNDERGROUND LLC?
Operator (Underground Utilities)
Excavation & Utility Installation Operator
Per Diem | Paid Training
Per Diem | Paid Training
What We Offer:
- Per diem available
- Overtime opportunities
- Growth into lead/operator roles
What We’re Looking For:
- We’re hiring experienced Backhoe Operators to support underground utility construction including trenching, excavation, and utility installation.
Responsibilities:
- Operate backhoe for trenching, excavation, grading, and backfilling
- Safely expose existing underground utilities
- Perform precise excavation around live utilities to prevent damage
- Support installation of fiber, telecom, gas, water, and sewer
- Read and follow utility locates, job layouts, and grade requirements
- Maintain proper trench depth, alignment, and spoil placement
- Work closely with ground crew to ensure safe and efficient operations
- Perform routine equipment inspections and basic maintenance
Requirements:
- 1 year backhoe experience in underground utility or construction setting
- Able to pass drug screen and background check
- Experience working around live utilities (gas, electric, fiber, water, sewer)
- Ability to read locates and job layouts
- Strong safety awareness and damage prevention mindset
- Valid driver’s license required; CDL required