At Moss Utilities, we specialize in underground utility installations across the DFW Metroplex. Our project experience includes commercial, single-family residential, multi-family residential, and public works infrastructure.
Founded in 2016, Moss Utilities carries forward a family legacy in Dallas-Fort Worth utility construction dating back to the early 1900s. As an Employee-Owned company (ESOP), evert team member has a stake in our shared success and the future we’re building together.
Heavy Equipment Operator - Location: Harlingen, TX
Open Positions:
- Excavator Operator
- Main Line Operator
- Backfill Operator
- Loader Operator
Responsibilities:
- Work effectively as part of a crew to support project objectives.
- Operate or tend machinery equipped with buckets to excavate and load loose materials.
- Operate construction equipment such as power shovels, trenchers, and bulldozers.
- Operate heavy equipment safely and in full compliance with company safety policies and procedures.
- Perform daily equipment inspections before and after operation.
- Clean cab, tracks, and windshield daily; grease and check fluids regularly.
- Maintain proper slope, benching, and spoil pile placement per OSHA standards, including correct use of trench boxes and safety systems.
- Excavate responsibly around existing utilities and enforce hand-digging when working in proximity.
- Apply proper rigging techniques when lifting or moving materials.
- Immediately report any equipment damage to the Supervisor.
- Attend required Operator Certification Training.
- Follow hand signals, grade stakes, and other markings to ensure work is performed to specifications.
- Assist with all manual labor tasks as directed by the Crew Leader, Foreman, or Supervisor.
- Perform physically demanding construction duties.
- Assist crew members with installing underground pipes and conduits, performing shovel and trench work, and operating power tools.
- Comply with all OSHA and company safety policies and guidelines, including use of stop-work authority when necessary.
- Support and promote a positive safety culture.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Ability to listen to, understand, and follow directions accurately.
- Flexibility to adapt as assignments or priorities change.
- Ability to work effectively with a variety of personalities and team members.
- Basic arithmetic skills for counting, measuring, and inventory tasks.
- Capacity to remain efficient and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to make sound, timely decisions under pressure and during unexpected situations or delays.
- Strong multitasking skills, with the ability to analyze issues and solve problems effectively.
- Must be able to work in all weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold.
What You Get from Working at Moss:
- An incredible culture built on our core values.
- Competitive pay and solid benefits.
- Onsite amenities include fitness center, basketball and pickleball courts, and personal training.
- Opportunities for professional growth and long-term career development.
- Employee Ownership, as an ESOP company, your hard work directly contributes to the value you build.
Benefits offered:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Life insurance, short-term disability, accident & critical illness plans.
- Multiple health plan options.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Paid time off and paid holidays.
- Employee ownership through our ESOP program.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to maintaining a Drug-Free Workplace. We participate in E-Verify, and all applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States