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Equipment Operator / Tech (Underground Utilities Construction)

Petrotech Southeast, Inc.
Tampa, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 5/22/2026 CLOSED ON 6/7/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Equipment Operator / Tech (Underground Utilities Construction) position at Petrotech Southeast, Inc.?

Petrotech Southeast is seeking Heavy Equipment Operators / Techniciansto join our environmental / underground utility construction team. The position will be working in various projects throughout the Florida, but primarily in Central Florida.

Qualifications:

· High School Diploma or equivalent or an Associate's Degree

· At least 4 years of previous construction experience preferred, including underground utility construction.

· Valid Driver’s License

· Have a strong work ethic

· Must be physically able to perform job tasks

- Experience operating heavy equipment (excavators, loaders, dozers, etc.)

· Wear and work in different types of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Must be able to pass a background screen

Preferred Training/Experience:

· Current OSHA 40-HR HAZWOPER Training and/or OSHA 30 -HR Construction Outreach Training

· TWIC and MSHA certification

· First Aid/CPR

· Experience working with environmental contamination in soils and water

· Working knowledge of hazards and safety precautions common to working around heavy equipment operations

Travel: Projects are located throughout the Florida with less than 50% overnight travel. all travel, mobilization, hotel and per diem costs are paid by Petrotech.

This Company Describes Its Culture as:

  • Outcome-oriented -- results-focused with strong performance culture
  • People-oriented -- supportive and fairness-focused
  • Team-oriented -- cooperative and collaborative

Typical end time:

  • 5PM

Typical start time:

  • 7AM

This Job Is:

  • A job for which military experienced candidates are encouraged to apply

Work Remotely

  • No

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 10 hour shift

Application Question(s):

  • Pre-employment Drug Screening

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

  • construction: 4 years (Preferred)
  • relevant: 4 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

  • Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

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