Heavy Equipment Operator-Excavator

Pate Construction Co. is a family owned and operated Underground Utilities Construction Company, with more than 50 years' history of quality-minded, experienced leadership and a highly skilled, long term labor force. We have built our business with a solid commitment to providing a safe working environment and well maintained equipment.

Must be able to interview in person in our Pueblo West Office.

Experience in Underground Utility, Water & Sewer Mainline functions.

We currently have immediate openings for Backhoe, Loader and Mainline Excavator operators. Candidates must know how to perform a safety inspection to verify equipment is safe to operate. Communicate any concerns or improperly operating equipment to foreman, superintendent or mechanic.

• Adhere to all Safety regulations and protocols at all times.
• Recognize and understand Utility locate marks and signs.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints or site plans.
• Operate machine according to company and manufacturers standards.
• Communicate clearly with ground personnel and supervisors to avoid hazards, utilities, and unseen or unknown complications.
• Must be able to operate with precision and in tight areas at times.
• Clean cab and undercarriage daily.
• Assist in setting line / grade of excavation if necessary.
• Be able to recognize changing ground conditions during the process.
• Assist in restoring the excavation site back to original condition.
• Assist ground employees and other equipment operators as needed to ensure a quality product.

Pate Construction Co. Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer in all employment actions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, age, sexual preference, veteran status or disability

Pre-employment drug testing – When the Company decides to hire an applicant, the applicant will be notified about the drug testing policy and asked to consent to drug tests in writing as a condition of employment. If the applicant returns a positive test result or refuses to consent, the Company may withdraw the offer.

• REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS: Must possess and maintain a valid State issued Driver’s License. Able to receive and maintain a favorable Local Background Check (LBC), National Agency Check (NAC) and negative drug screen as applicable to the position requirements, current and future.
• EDUCATION: High school diploma or equivalent
• EXPERIENCE: 3-5 years with underground utilities.
• SECONDARY DUTY: Other duties as assigned by the Foreman and / or Superintendent