Heavy Equipment Operator (Underground Wet Utilities)

At Moss Utilities, we specialize in underground utility installations across the DFW Metroplex. Our project experience includes commercial, single-family residential, multi-family residential, and public works infrastructure.

Founded in 2016, Moss Utilities carries forward a family legacy in Dallas-Fort Worth utility construction dating back to the early 1900s. As an Employee-Owned company (ESOP), evert team member has a stake in our shared success and the future we’re building together.

Heavy Equipment Operator - Location: Harlingen, TX

Open Positions:

• Excavator Operator
• Main Line Operator
• Backfill Operator
• Loader Operator

Responsibilities:

• Work effectively as part of a crew to support project objectives.
• Operate or tend machinery equipped with buckets to excavate and load loose materials.
• Operate construction equipment such as power shovels, trenchers, and bulldozers.
• Operate heavy equipment safely and in full compliance with company safety policies and procedures.
• Perform daily equipment inspections before and after operation.
• Clean cab, tracks, and windshield daily; grease and check fluids regularly.
• Maintain proper slope, benching, and spoil pile placement per OSHA standards, including correct use of trench boxes and safety systems.
• Excavate responsibly around existing utilities and enforce hand-digging when working in proximity.
• Apply proper rigging techniques when lifting or moving materials.
• Immediately report any equipment damage to the Supervisor.
• Attend required Operator Certification Training.
• Follow hand signals, grade stakes, and other markings to ensure work is performed to specifications.
• Assist with all manual labor tasks as directed by the Crew Leader, Foreman, or Supervisor.
• Perform physically demanding construction duties.
• Assist crew members with installing underground pipes and conduits, performing shovel and trench work, and operating power tools.
• Comply with all OSHA and company safety policies and guidelines, including use of stop-work authority when necessary.
• Support and promote a positive safety culture.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Ability to listen to, understand, and follow directions accurately.
• Flexibility to adapt as assignments or priorities change.
• Ability to work effectively with a variety of personalities and team members.
• Basic arithmetic skills for counting, measuring, and inventory tasks.
• Capacity to remain efficient and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to make sound, timely decisions under pressure and during unexpected situations or delays.
• Strong multitasking skills, with the ability to analyze issues and solve problems effectively.
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold.

What You Get from Working at Moss:

• An incredible culture built on our core values.
• Competitive pay and solid benefits.
• Onsite amenities include fitness center, basketball and pickleball courts, and personal training.
• Opportunities for professional growth and long-term career development.
• Employee Ownership, as an ESOP company, your hard work directly contributes to the value you build.

Benefits offered:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life insurance, short-term disability, accident & critical illness plans.
• Multiple health plan options.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Employee ownership through our ESOP program.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to maintaining a Drug-Free Workplace. We participate in E-Verify, and all applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States