Job Description
Job Description
Benefits :
- 401(k) matching
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
About Us :
The Westlake Group is a fast-growing plumbing company serving Central Arkansas, comprised of Westlake and Benjamin Franklin Plumbing. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality service and innovative, sustainable solutions to plumbing needs. We are expanding our team to include an excavator operator who will play a key role in site the site preparation and installation processes. The excavator operator is responsible for site excavation, trenching, and underground utility work related to plumbing projects. This role ensures crews work safely, efficiently, and in compliance with regulations while coordinating with plumbing, construction, and city officials . If you're a skilled operator who takes pride in craftsmanship and wants to be part of something bigger, we want to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities :
Safety, collaboration, and flexibility are critical to this position.Lead daily operations on excavation jobsites, including trenching, grading, and site preparation, operation around and near live utilities.Day-to-day operation will require excavation in new construction project within confines of form boards, block foundations, digging on grade, tapping sewer mains and tying into sewer stubs.Excavation of trenches for sewer, water, and gas lines.Coordinate with plumbing, construction, and inspection teams for underground rough-insEnsure all excavation work meets safety, code, and permitting requirementsPerform jobsite walk-throughs to ensure site readiness, markings, and equipment are in placeEnforce safety protocols, trench protection standards, and locate verificationMaintain communication with project managers, superintendents, and municipal inspectorsTrack equipment usage, fuel, maintenance, and repair needsMaintain jobsite cleanliness, access, and documentationAssist with job planning, layout, and final as-builtsSkills & Qualifications :
5+ years' experience in excavation or underground utilities, including leadership experienceOperator will need to have a clean driving record, operate a 1-ton truck and 25 trailer with excavator.Knowledge of safe loading and unloading of equipment, as well as ability to secure all equipment and materials safelyIn-depth knowledge of trench safety, shoring, and OSHA excavation standardsStrong understanding of sitework, plumbing underground systems, and construction sequencingAbility to read and interpret civil plans, utility layouts, and jobsite mapsSkilled & Proficient in operating or managing operation of heavy machinery Excellent leadership and crew coordination skillsEffective communicator with both field crews and office personnelProven ability to identify risks and proactively resolve site issuesStrong knowledge of 811 locating, permitting, and inspection procedures and codesReliable, organized, and hands-on leadership approachBuild your legacy with Westlake Group.
Apply today and help us create plumbing systems that serve todayand shape the future.
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