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Pipe Crew Excavator Operator - HRI Inc.

IA Construction Corporation
State College, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/19/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/19/2026
Reference #: 115132-en_US

HRI, Inc., a Colas USA subsidiary, operates primarily in, Pennsylvania, Maryland, and West Virginia. Today, HRI, is a diversified construction company with expertise in highways, airports, water, sewer, treatment plants, bridges, and paving. HRI also has six asphalt plants. Our company benefits from being part of a much larger organization while still maintaining local control over our activities and preserving close ties to the communities we serve. To learn more about HRI visitwww.hriinc.com/.

The Colas USA Family of Companies provides competitive pay, outstanding benefits, career advancement opportunities, professional education, and extensive training for every employee. We pride ourselves on upholding the highest standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct as we strive to grow our infrastructure products and services through empowering and developing our people, fostering innovation, utilizing new technology, and maximizing vertical integration at all levels of the company's value chain. To learn more about the Colas USA Family of Companies, please visitwww.colasusa.com.

Job Summary

HRI, Inc., a leader in heavy civil construction since 1947, has an opening for an experienced and upbeat Pipe Crew Heavy Equipment Operator.

The Pipe Crew Heavy Equioment Operator is within our Utilities Region, where we specialize in wastewater.

Main Responsibilities

Operate the excavator/hoe and other heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner in a productive environment

Conduct pre-operational checks on equipment

Work with ground personnel in the excavation and installation process

Conduct trench work, which meets OH&S requirements and ability to work out of trench boxes

Operate Excavator/Hoe on public roadways, maintaining proper awareness of ones surroundings

Be aware of proper rigging of pipe, manhole barrels, etc. and ensure safe work procedures are followed during the lowering of materials into the excavation

Apply caution when digging around existing utilities and overhead wires

Education

Minimum 3 To 5 Years Experience With Utilities Industry

Valid driver's license with safe driving record

High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred

Skills

Ability to use equipment properly and safely

Out of town travel may be required

Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency

Must have an acceptable safety record and be committed to working safely

Ability to work with a team and in a fast-paced environment

Independent work ethic and professional, positive attitude

Good work ethic, professional, and positive attitude

Physical Requirements

Wears and maintains personal protective equipment (PPE) as required by Company safety guidelines

Regularly required to lift and /or move up to 50 pounds with or without assistance

Regularly required to use hands to move and manipulate objects

Regularly required to communicate (talk and hear)

Frequently required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl

Standing/working on feet for long periods, and walking across uneven terrain

Frequent exposure to loud noise

Regularly exposed to all outdoor weather conditions, dust, and airborne particles

Regularly exposed to fuel, oil, and other chemicals

Required to work varying hours, including nights/weekends, overtime as required

Must comply with the company's drug and alcohol testing requirements

Proven track record working safely

Benefits and Perks

Choice of 3 Medical Plan Options

Prescription Drug Coverage

Dental and Vision Plans

Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Options

Access to Telemedicine and Healthcare Advocacy Services

Employee Assistance Program

Life and AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match

Great Starting Rates

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Please contact Colas Inc. at 973-290-9082 or send an email toColasRecruiter@colasinc.com.

Colas Inc. and its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer. For details on the specifics of this commitment, please click here to view theEEO document.

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