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Ultimate LLC

Equipment Operator

Pay: $54,080/yr

Posted: 8 weeks ago

Location: Newport, KY (Onsite)

Last Updated: 5 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/8/2026

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What they do

An Operating Engineer or Heavy Equipment Operator drives and operates heavy equipment used in quarries, construction sites, landfills, refuse and recycling centers, or ports. Heavy Equipment may include, but is not limited to, bulldozers, excavators, paving equipment and pile drivers.

$55,396 / year median in Kentucky

+9% projected growth

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Job Description

Equipment Operator -

Newport, KY Pay Range:

$24-28 We are looking for skilled craftsmen to add to our team of dedicated, safe, productive, and proven craftsmen. Ultimate LLC provides weekly pay for all employees and optional direct deposit. Responsibilities Operate mini excavator Operate skid steer Perform trenching work Excavate for utilities Install underground conduit Backfill excavations Grade work areas Load and unload materials Locate existing utilities Read site drawings Assist electrical crews Maintain equipment Follow OSHA standards Perform site cleanup Requirements Mini excavator experience Skid steer experience Utility excavation experience Construction site experience Benefits Weekly pay Direct deposit Health insurance Dental and vision coverage 401k Paid time off Referral bonus program Pay increase based on craftsmanship Tool purchase program PPE reimbursement program Paid OSHA training Long term work ID theft protection Scope of Work Ultimate LLC is seeking an Equipment Operator for a multifamily apartment project in Newport, KY. This position is primarily equipment-operation focused and will support underground electrical installation activities. Candidates will spend the majority of their time operating a mini excavator and skid steer to perform trenching, excavation, backfilling, grading, and material handling for underground power distribution systems. The ideal candidate has experience working around existing utilities, understands safe excavation practices, and can efficiently support electrical crews by preparing conduit runs and utility pathways. Experience on commercial, multifamily, site development, or utility projects is preferred.