{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"9e239a021e7b79e8cda45dc2","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/9e239a021e7b79e8cda45dc2","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/9e239a021e7b79e8cda45dc2","title":"Mainline Utility Operator","description":"Mainline Utility Operator – Lead High-Precision Infrastructure & Wet Utility Installations\n\nJob Overview\nCompany: BCAC Underground.\nSalary/Pay Rate: $25.00–$27.00+ per hour (Depending on Experience) plus Performance Bonus.\nLocation: Abilene, TX 79606 (Per diem and living arrangements provided for out-of-state candidates).\nJob/Employment Type: Full-Time.\nSchedule: Monday – Saturday (Saturday is a half day; 60 hours total per week).\nMandatory Licenses & Certifications: Valid Driver's License.\n\nThe Opportunity\nYou will serve as a foundational member of our mainline production crew, executing heavy trench excavations and wet utility installations. This position offers an experienced operator the chance to work with a modern fleet on high-impact municipal and commercial infrastructure projects. You will have the technical autonomy to manage your machine's performance while being backed by a company that sets the industry standard for underground utility services.\n\nHow You Will Make an Impact\nOperate heavy excavation machinery to dig precise mainlines and trenches for wet utility installations.\nImplement strict OSHA trench safety protocols, ensuring proper sloping, benching, or shoring systems are used.\nPerform daily equipment maintenance and comprehensive pre-operation inspections to maximize machine uptime.\nCoordinate seamlessly with pipe-layers, laborers, and grade-checkers to keep production moving safely.\nAssist in resolving real-time site constraints or soil challenges to maintain tight project timelines.\nMaintain accurate digital logs of machine hours, maintenance needs, and daily production reports.\n\nRequired Qualifications & Experience\nMinimum of 5+ years of direct experience in underground utility installation.\nMastered proficiency in trench excavation, grade management, and routine heavy equipment maintenance.\nAdvanced knowledge of OSHA trench safety standards and soil classification.\nPhysical capacity to work outdoors in variable weather conditions and lift up to 75 lbs.\nValid Driver's License with a clean driving record.\n\nPreferred Qualifications & Experience\nCDL Class A or B license.\nOSHA 10-Hour or 30-Hour Construction Certification.\nCompetent Person certification for excavation and trenching.\nPrior experience with deep mainline sewer or water pipe installation.\n\nCompensation & Benefits\nWeekly pay with performance bonuses to reward exceptional operational efficiency.\nPer diem and corporate living arrangements provided for out-of-state candidates.\nComprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance options.\nPaid time off including vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays.\nCompany-sponsored retirement savings program.\nPaid training and safety certifications to advance your industry standing.\n\nAbout Us\nBCAC Underground is the industry standard for underground pipe and inspection services. We deliver top-of-the-line, safe, cost-effective, and environmentally responsible solutions to meet the complex underground utility needs of our clients. Known for our innovation and precision, we support our team with competitive compensation, health benefits, and robust training opportunities. Learn more at https://bcacunderground.com/.\n\nBCAC Underground is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations.","company":"Bcacunderground","rawCompany":"bcacunderground","city":"Abilene","state":"TX","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-03T21:29:09.717Z","occupations":[{"code":"47-2073.00","title":"Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators","slug":"operating-engineers-and-other-construction-equipment-operators"},{"code":"47-2151.00","title":"Pipelayers","slug":"pipelayers"},{"code":"47-4071.00","title":"Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners","slug":"septic-tank-servicers-and-sewer-pipe-cleaners"}],"industries":[{"code":"237110","title":"Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction","slug":"water-and-sewer-line-and-related-structures-construction"},{"code":"237990","title":"Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction","slug":"other-heavy-and-civil-engineering-construction"},{"code":"238910","title":"Site Preparation Contractors","slug":"site-preparation-contractors"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Mainline Utility Operator","description":"Mainline Utility Operator – Lead High-Precision Infrastructure & Wet Utility Installations\n\nJob Overview\nCompany: BCAC Underground.\nSalary/Pay Rate: $25.00–$27.00+ per hour (Depending on Experience) plus Performance Bonus.\nLocation: Abilene, TX 79606 (Per diem and living arrangements provided for out-of-state candidates).\nJob/Employment Type: Full-Time.\nSchedule: Monday – Saturday (Saturday is a half day; 60 hours total per week).\nMandatory Licenses & Certifications: Valid Driver's License.\n\nThe Opportunity\nYou will serve as a foundational member of our mainline production crew, executing heavy trench excavations and wet utility installations. 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