Heavy Equipment Operator

The Opportunity

You will be a key player in our high-growth civil division, operating heavy machinery to build essential underground utility systems. This role puts you behind the controls of construction-class equipment where your skills, precision and situational awareness directly impact the success of mission-critical facility builds. You will join a team that values your field-tested expertise and provides unmatched opportunities for your financial success.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of 3 - 5 years of experience in heavy civil construction or underground utility installation.
• Proven proficiency in operating large-scale excavators (JD 350 / Cat 336 or equivalent) and support equipment.
• Demonstrated experience working safely in deep trench environments reaching depths of 20 feet.
• Mastery of trench safety protocols, including the assembly and installation of trench shielding and shoring.
• Expert-level skill in setting heavy structures such as manholes and storm vaults weighing up to 30,000 lbs.
• Reliable personal transportation to travel to varying project sites across the DC Metro and Northern Virginia region.
• Ability to climb into equipment using the three-point contact method and lift/carry up to 50 pounds.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Experience with mission-critical (Data Center) facility infrastructure and industrial site standards.
• Personal background or deep-rooted connections within the skilled trades community.
• History of operating specialized equipment, including dozers, loaders, off-road trucks, and ride-on vibratory rollers.
• Able to communicate efficiently in Spanish.

About Us

Benchmark Utility Services is a premier design-build and underground utility firm specializing in mission-critical infrastructure. We prioritize the development of our workforce, offering a dynamic environment where skilled operators can thrive and advance. Learn more at www.benchmarkutilityservices.com.

Compensation & Benefits

• Weekly pay cycle.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Program with employer matching.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and disability insurance options.
• 3 weeks of Paid time off (Vacation).
• Access to paid training programs and certifications.
• Monthly perks include gift cards and company events.