What are the responsibilities and job description for the Utility Operator position at R & R Pipeline LLC?
JOB SUMMARY
An Utility Operator’s main responsibility is to operate equipment to assist in installing new or repairing existing distribution utilities, including mainline and service lines.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
- Exemplify our Core Values: Protect, Perform, Positivity, Pride, and Prosperity
- Utilize excavators of all sizes to excavate around existing utilities
- Ability to operate on multiple types of utilities
- Operate other equipment to move soft/hard surfaces to prep and finish job sites
- Assess work zone to determine if existing utilities have been properly located prior to digging
- Excavate around live gas lines and other utilities, requiring skill and care to protect life and property
- Comply with industry/client standards and company policies for excavation
- Maintain tolerance zones
- Ability to identify necessary tasks needed based on direction given from Foreman
- Perform pre and post inspections and daily maintenance on equipment
- Willingness to perform nonoperating tasks as needed
- Maintain a clean, organized job site free from unnecessary hazards
- Perform Driver’s Vehicle Inspections and cleaning on vehicles and equipment
- Perform other duties as assigned by leadership
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES
- Ability to be a team player with a cando attitude
- 2 years of experience operating equipment
- 1 year of experience operating around existing underground utility infrastructure
- Competent Person Training (provided)
- Withstand the climate yearround
- Insurable Driver’s License
- Pass DOT drugtesting & DOT physical
- Pass criminal background check
- Ability to adhere to safety expectations set by OSHA and client/company standards
- Ability to complete computerbased and handson training once hired
- Willingness to travel out of town if necessary
PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 3 years of experience in the utility infrastructure industry
- 2 years of experience operating in utility infrastructure
- GPS Experience
- HeavyJob knowledge
- Proficient with iPads
- CDL Class A
- Previously held Operator Qualifications trainings
WORK ENVIROMENT/TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
This position is mostly outside, doing strenuous work in the elements. Typical hours are Monday through Friday from 7am to 5/6pm. Some Saturdays may be required. Overtime opportunities may be available. Overtime is classified as anything over 40 hours a week. Travel is dependent on that specific contracted job.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Be physically active for long periods of time
- Bend, stretch, twist, or reach out
- Able to continuously lift and carrying objects 40 pounds
CORE VALUES
Our Core Values exemplify who we are and who will succeed within our company:
- Protect: We care about each other, our customers, and our communities
- Perform: We are committed to a safetyfirst, highquality product
- Positivity: We have a cando attitude to resolve issues
- Pride: We take pride in our work, heritage, and our evolution
- Prosperity: We continually improve ourselves, our partnerships, and our performance
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
About R & R Pipeline LLC
R&R Pipeline. Inc. is a Veteran-Owned Business committed to developing and maintaining infrastructure for natural gas, electric, water, sewer, and telecommunications. Guided by our Core Values - Protect, Perform, Positivity, Pride, and Prosperity - we strive for excellence in every project, ensuring safety, quality, and a positive impact on the communities we serve. Rooted in Ohio, our team takes pride in their work and is driven by the prospect of professional growth and the success of our company. We're not just building infrastructure; we're building a safer, connected, and more prosperous future.
