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Underground Wet Utility Operator

Job in Dallas, Dallas County, Texas, 75215, USA
Listing for: Moss Utilities
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-12
Job specializations:
  • Trades / Skilled Labor
    Heavy Equipment Operator, Construction Labor / Trades
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 80000 USD Yearly USD 60000.00 80000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

At Moss Utilities we specialize in underground utility installations. Our project capabilities and experience include commercial, single-family residential, multi-family residential, and public works infrastructure projects all over the DFW Metroplex. While Moss Utilities was founded in 2016, the Moss family has a legacy in the utility construction industry in Dallas-Fort Worth dating back to the early 1900's. Come join the Moss Utilities journey and family legacy.

We are looking for Equipment Operators to join our team.

Responsibilities
  • Work as a part of a crew.
  • Operate or tend machinery equipped buckets, to excavate and load loose materials.
  • Operate construction equipment, such as power shovels, trench-digging machines, bulldozers.
  • Operate heavy equipment safely and in compliance with the company’s operating safety policies and procedures.
  • Perform daily equipment inspections prior to starting machine and after operation.
  • Clean cab, tracks and windshield daily; grease and check fluids daily.
  • Maintain proper slope, benching and spoil pipe placement per OSHA standards (includes proper utilization of trench safety/boxes).
  • Excavate responsibly around all existing utilities.
  • Enforce hand digging while in close proximity to existing utilities.
  • Have knowledge of proper rigging techniques.
  • Immediately report any and all damage to equipment to supervisor.
  • Attend Operator Certification Training.
  • Observe hand signals, grade stakes, or other markings when operating machines so that work can be performed to specifications.
  • Assist as required in all manual labor aspects of the project as directed by the Crew leader, Foreman, or Supervisor.
  • Handle physically demanding construction duties.
  • Assist crew members in placing underground pipes, conduits, manual labor and shovel work, and operate power tools.
  • Comply with all OSHA and Moss safety policies and guidelines (Use stop work authority if necessary).
  • Support a positive safety culture.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
  • Ability to listen to, understand, and follow directions.
  • Ability to remain flexible as specific assignments change.
  • Ability to work with a variety of personalities.
  • Ability to perform basic arithmetic as needed to count and take inventory.
  • Ability to remain flexible and efficient in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to make intelligent and quick decisions, working well under pressure, and when faced with unexpected occurrences or delays.
  • Ability to effectively multitask while analyzing and solving problems.
  • Must be able to work in all types of weather, including extremely hot and extremely cold temperatures.
What you get from working at Moss
  • An incredible culture built on our core values.
  • Competitive pay and solid benefits.
  • On-site fitness center, basketball court, pickleball courts and personal training.
  • Awesome clients and great projects.
  • Our company participates in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), a retirement plan funded by the company that allows you to accumulate company stock and share in the company's growth. We believe this ESOP participation is a testament to our commitment to your success and provides a tangible incentive for your valuable contributions to the company's future endeavors.
Benefits offered
  • Medical, dental and vision coverage, Life Insurance, STD, Accident & Critical Illness.
  • Multiple health plan options.
  • 401(k) with a company match.
  • Paid time off.
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