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Excavator Equipment Operator - Underground Utilities

Trident Civil
Virginia, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 10/18/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/17/2025
Trident Civil is now hiring full time positions for LOADER AND EXCAVATOR OPERATORS.

Our job sites are located in the Hampton Roads Area - Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Chesapeake, Suffolk, Portsmouth, Hampton, Etc...

REQUIREMENTS: Operate equipment in a manner so no damage or harm is caused to the crew, materials, or existing improvements on the work site. Full time position with possibility of overtime. May require Saturday work. Applicant must be able to lift 50 pounds and capability to push, pull, or carry heavy objects.

Tasks/Skills

  • Perform tasks to abide by safety and security regulations
  • Check equipment fluids daily
  • Excavator and bulldozer operators must be able to maintain grade with the assistance of others using lasers, levels, transits, string lines, or other methods.
  • Prepare for work daily by setting out tools and equipment needed
  • Maintain a clean and safe work area
  • Return tools and equipment to their proper storage area at the end of each day
  • Assist the ground crew in other activities if your specific job skills are not needed that day
  • Report any damaged or lost tools and equipment to the Superintendent or Foreman

REQUIREMENTS: Valid drivers license preferred

BENEFITS: Medical/dental/vision/life benefits after 60 days, paid vacation and holidays, weekly paydays with direct deposit, guaranteed 35 hours after 60 days

Trident Civil, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status or disability (in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act) with respect to employment opportunities. We are a drug free work place.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance

Schedule

  • 8 hour shift
  • Overtime

Ability To Commute/relocate

  • Virginia Beach, VA 23454: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience

  • Excavator: 2 years (Required)
  • Heavy equipment operation: 2 years (Preferred)
  • Underground Utility Construction: 2 years (Preferred)

Willingness to travel

  • 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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