Wet Utilities: Backfill Excavator Operator - 200 Class: English Application
Department: Wet Utilities
Location: Greater Austin Area
Pay: Competitive based on experience DNT Construction LLC is a trusted civil contractor with offices in Austin, San Antonio, and Houston. We specialize in cost-effective, turnkey solutions for public and private infrastructure projects across Texas. Our services span from site investigation and value engineering to full-scale excavation and utility installation. We are currently hiring a dependable and safety oriented Backfill Excavator Operator to support our wet utilities crews. This full-time role is essential to ensuring the structural integrity of our underground utility systems by properly backfilling and compacting trenches after pipe installation. What you will do:
- Operate 200-class excavator to backfill utility trenches following pipe installation
- Compact each lift of backfill materials using a roller wheel attachment
- Coordinate with the water truck operator to apply appropriate moisture content for optimal compaction
- Follow grade specifications and maintain trench integrity during the backfill process
- Communicate effectively with ground crews and foremen to ensure safe and efficient operations
- Maintain equipment and perform daily inspections to ensure proper function and safety
- Minimum 1-2 years of experience operating a 200-class excavator in utility or heavy civil construction.
- Familiarity with compaction techniques and moisture control in trench backfill
- Understanding of OSHA safety standards related to excavation and trenching
- Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Must pass pre-employment drug screen and background check
- Must have valid driver’s license
- Competitive Pay based on experience
- Health, Dental and Vision Insurance after 90 days.
- PTO (Paid-Time Off)
- Paid Holidays
- 401k Contributions after 1-year
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