Residential Excavation Operator

Join the Heritage Home Service team as a Residential Excavation Operator at our Auburn NH location

The Excavation Operator is responsible for operating heavy equipment overseeing onsite activities and ensuring safe accurate installation of utilities and structural supports. This role combines handson excavation work with leadership responsibilities including identifying underground utilities coordinating crews and maintaining compliance with safety and project specifications.

What Youll Do:

• Excavator Operation Operate excavators to dig trenches foundations and utility lines with precision.
• Water & Drain Line Identification Locate identify and verify water mains sewer lines and drainage systems before and during excavation.
• Leadership Duties Act as onsite foreman; coordinate laborers communicate with supervisors and ensure tasks are completed to plan.
• Shoring Setup Install inspect and maintain trench shoring systems to protect workers and maintain OSHA compliance.
• Site Preparation Clear grade and prepare job sites; remove debris and support layout activities.
• Material Handling Load trucks move materials and support multiequipment operations.
• Equipment Inspection Perform daily inspections and report mechanical issues promptly.
• Safety Compliance Enforce safety protocols PPE requirements and trench safety regulations.
• Team Coordination Direct ground crews signal operators and maintain clear communication across the job site.

What Youll Bring:

• Heavy Equipment Experience 35yearsoperating excavators and working around underground utilities.
• Utility Knowledge Ability to read utility plans identify water and sewer lines and work safely around live services.
• Licensing Valid drivers license; OSHA 10/30 preferred; trench safety certification a plus.
• Leadership Skills Experience directing crews coordinating tasks and maintaining workflow.
• Technical Skills Ability to read blueprints grade stakes and site plans.
• Physical Capability Ability to lift 50lbs work outdoors and handle physically demanding tasks.
• Drivers License Valid drivers license with a clean driving record

What We Offer:

• Up to 4% match on 401(k)
• Health Dental Vision Insurance
• Short/Long-Term Disability & Life Insurance
• 48 hours of holiday time a year
• 120 hours of PTO per year available after 90 days
• 20% Family discounts on services
• Referral Bonus Programs

Join our team at Heritage Home Service and become part of a company that values both its customers and employees. Apply today to start your career with the leading home services provider!

Heritage Home Service is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. We value diversity and do not discriminate based on race color religion sex national origin age disability or any other protected characteristic. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.