Utility Heavy Equipment Operator (Gas Division) (Rochester, NY)

Power & Construction Group provides a variety of commercial construction services to support our clients, emphasizing honesty, integrity, safety and hard work. We collaborate closely with our clients throughout every project phase, crafting custom solutions tailored to their needs. Our diverse team of creative problem solvers is dedicated to delivering projects safely, reliably, and innovatively. We prioritize open communication and teamwork to build strong, mutually beneficial relationships with our clients.

Power & Construction Group, Inc. has an opening for a Heavy Equipment Operator with the Gas Division. This role will focus on our URD (Underground Residential Distribution) business which works to install, maintain, and repair a variety of underground electrical cables, conduit, and gas services in residential neighborhoods.

Requirements:

• NGA Op Qualifications at operator level
• Previous experience operating around live utilities.
• Must be able to demonstrate skills in the safe operation and daily preventative maintenance of backhoes, excavators, loaders, and skid steers.
• Must have hands on experience in digging safely around live utilities.
• Must have experience working safely in traffic zones.
• Have no lifting or physical restrictions.
• OSHA 10 Certification
• Communicate effectively and respectfully with the public and Clients.
• Work outdoors year-round in all types of weather
• Demonstrate safe and proper use and maintenance of all company tools and equipment.

Responsibilities:

• Operate various types of construction equipment safely and proficiently around live utilities.
• Perform routine inspection and maintenance on equipment and tools.
• Employee reports directly to job site on a daily basis.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and move heavy parts and equipment (up to 50 pounds or more).
• Stamina to work in various weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold.
• Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for precise tasks.
• Ability to stand, bend, stoop, and kneel for extended periods.
• Good vision, including close-up and peripheral vision, for detailed inspections.
• Hearing ability to diagnose engine and equipment noises.

Compensation:

• $35-$40 Plus Prevailing Wage Rate Opportunities

Benefits:

• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401K
• Boot Allowance
• Paid Training
• Profit Sharing

P&CG is an Equal Employment, Affirmative Action Employer and a member of E-Verify. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. 

Any offer of employment is contingent upon passing a DOT Physical, drug screen, background check, and driver's license check. Candidates must maintain passing results throughout the term of employment with P&CG.