Construction Equipment Operator (New Columbia, PA)

Since 1952, Kiely Family of Companies has been building lasting relationships and delivering innovative design-build solutions that put our customers’ success first. Founded by John F. Kiely Sr., we have grown into a diversified group of companies whose unique capabilities enhance one another, making us greater than the sum of our parts. Recognized on the ENR 400, 500, and 600 lists for engineering and construction excellence, KIELY is a leading design-build, construction, and engineering services provider specializing in infrastructure solutions for the natural gas, water and wastewater, electric, industrial, commercial, and midstream pipeline industries.

About the role

Installation and maintenance of natural gas pipeline.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for digging trenches, installing sewer, water and natural gas pipelines; and backfilling excavations with asphalt on road
• Responsible for entering and exiting excavations varying in depth from 2’ to 5’
• Shovel dirt, rake dirt or hot asphalt, jackhammer roadways or sidewalks, jackhammer concrete
• Carry materials or equipment to and from the truck to a jobsite
• Use of a chop saw to cut concrete, use of a hammer drill to core through concrete foundations, entering basements or crawlspaces to perform necessary pipefitting or meter service work
• Use of a pneumatic rammer for excavation compaction
• Perform basic pipe fitting with pipe sizes from ½” to 2”
• Tapping and stopping off water or gas service tees from the main line, in addition to numerous push/pull activities associated to underground construction work
• Operation of a backhoe, excavator, or any heavy equipment to aid in the construction process
• Additional safety sensitive duties as required

Requirements

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to operate a variety of simple and complex tools
• Must have physical strength, hand-eye coordination, and endurance
• Excellent customer service skills
• Heavy construction equipment experience highly desirable
• Must have a valid Driver's License

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Paid vacation
• Health and dental insurance

Pay

Full-time: $31.00 - $34.50 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.