Heavy Equipment Operator

Job DescriptionJob Description

We’re hiring a skilled Equipment Operator with strong experience in utility excavation. This role involves operating excavators, backhoes, and other heavy equipment to dig trenches for water, sewer, electric, and stormwater systems. You’ll be a key member of our emergency response team, helping customers when drainage systems fail or underground utility lines require urgent repair.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working with autonomy, thrives under pressure, and is looking for overtime pay and meaningful work.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate excavators, backhoes, and skid steers for trenching, grading, and backfilling.

• Excavate safely around existing underground utilities (water, sewer, electric, etc.).

• Respond to emergency service calls (after hours/weekends as needed).

• Read plans, locate utilities, and dig with precision to avoid costly damage.

• Assist in site prep, erosion control, drainage installations, and hardscaping.

• Haul equipment and materials using CDL-A vehicles when needed.

• Maintain equipment and perform basic troubleshooting or repairs.

• Work closely with the owner and team to complete projects efficiently and safely.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of experience in excavation and trenching work.

• Proficient with excavators and backhoes—comfortable in tight residential sites.

• Experience with utility trenching (water, sewer, electric) is strongly .

• Valid Class A CDL required for high end of pay scale.

• Ability to work independently and handle emergency repair jobs.

• Strong understanding of job site safety and underground utility best practices.

• Able to pass background check and drug screening.

Company DescriptionSevern Excavation is a veteran-owned excavation and drainage company specializing in utility trenching, emergency drainage repairs, site prep, and hardscaping across central Maryland. Our small, highly skilled team prides itself on reliability, precision, and doing things right the first time. We're growing—and looking for dependable, experienced operators who want to take pride in the work they do and be compensated fairly for it.Company DescriptionSevern Excavation is a veteran-owned excavation and drainage company specializing in utility trenching, emergency drainage repairs, site prep, and hardscaping across central Maryland. Our small, highly skilled team prides itself on reliability, precision, and doing things right the first time. We're growing—and looking for dependable, experienced operators who want to take pride in the work they do and be compensated fairly for it.