NYC Street Excavation Operator

Do you want to help make a difference in building America’s infrastructure? Since 1953, Miller Pipeline has been a leader in building and maintaining America’s infrastructure as a premier underground pipeline construction and repair contractor. Our workforce is made up of highly trained and skilled employees totaling over 5,000 with office locations in 23 states. While continually investing in gas infrastructure programs, Miller Pipeline’s revenues have continued to grow year over year.

About the role

Miller Pipeline is looking for an experienced Operator who can safely operate heavy equipment around overhead and underground utilities and perform road excavations in the streets of NYC. Successful candidates must be able to communicate effectively, have prior work experience with heavy equipment operating, and have knowledge of excavating in NYC roads.

Responsibilities

• Fasten attachments to tractor with clevis or wedge pin hitches.
• Connect hydraulic hoses, belts, mechanical linkage, or power takeoff shaft to tractor to provide power to raise, lower, or tilt attachments.
• Move levers to control tool bars, carriers, and disks.
• Move levers and depress pedals to maneuver tractor and raise, lower, and tilt attachment to clear right-of-way.
• Feel lever and listen for stalling action of engine to estimate depth of cut.
• Grease, oil, and perform minor repairs on equipment.
• Maintain all appropriate maintenance records.
• Assess the area to determine if the utilities were properly located prior to performing the underground work.
• Review the terrain to determine the best method to perform the job.

Requirements

• Prior heavy equipment operating experience.
• Ability to travel around the NYC area.
• Knowledge of and experience with excavation of the streets of NYC.
• High school diploma or equivalent. Experience in lieu of education will be considered.
• Must pass computer-based testing, specific to the local Customer’s operator qualifications.

Qualifications

• Class A CDL (preferred).

Benefits

• Growth opportunities for career advancement.
• Competitive wages and industry-leading benefits.
• A team-oriented atmosphere centered around core values of Safety, Quality, Commitment, and Reputation.
• On-the-job work and safety training.
• Employee recognition programs, Employee Care Fund, and annual company picnics.