Essel Skilled Trades

Underground Heavy Machine Operator (CDL)

Essel Skilled Trades  •  Salinas, CA (Onsite)  •  3 hours ago
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Job Description

Job Summary

Our client is seeking an experienced Underground Heavy Equipment Operator to support underground utility cleanup, excavation, and restoration projects throughout the Bay Area. This position is ideal for a dependable operator with strong underground construction experience, CDL certification, and the ability to safely operate multiple types of heavy equipment in active jobsite environments. Spanish-speaking candidates are highly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

  • Operate heavy equipment including skid steer, excavator, bobcat, dozer, and vac truck
  • Perform underground utility cleanup and excavation support work
  • Assist crews with trenching, backfilling, grading, and site restoration
  • Safely expose underground utilities using vac truck equipment
  • Follow blueprints, utility maps, and supervisor directions
  • Conduct daily equipment inspections and basic preventative maintenance
  • Maintain safe work practices and follow OSHA/jobsite safety standards
  • Work alongside underground utility, telecom, fiber, and construction crews
  • Support general labor duties as needed on active jobsites

Requirements

Previous experience operating heavy equipment in underground construction environments

Experience with underground utility, telecom, fiber optic, or site development work preferred

Must be able to operate:

  • Skid Steer
  • Excavator
  • Bobcat
  • Dozer
  • Vac Truck

Valid CDL A required

Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions

Must be comfortable traveling throughout the Bay Area

Ability to pass background check, drug screen, and fit-for-duty requirements

Strong understanding of jobsite safety procedures

Spanish bilingual skills are a major plus/preferred

Essel Skilled Trades

About Essel Skilled Trades

ESSEL Inc. connects Skilled Trades, Emergency Response & Environmental talent with top companies & projects that need them.

From Project Based to Corporate positions - we understand the requirements and expectations of companies that need to hire personnel that Get Things Done.

Workforce Augmentation: For the AEC & Emergency Response sectors - we make sure you have the workforce to execute on your project.

Whether it be high volume environmental technicians or subject matter experts - we have the resources to provide the workforce that will help your project flourish.

Environmental Compliance - for any AEC or Emergency Response project - we help guide the environmental compliance process from either providing the experts or owning the outcome from sampling through clearances. Our environmental teams are experienced with all facets of environmental compliance nationwide.

Industry
Consulting & Advisory
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Oakland, California
Year Founded
2001
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