Vacant job

Vikingschakt AB is looking for an experienced excavator operator for groundworks related to underground power and fiber networks. You will operate both tracked and wheeled excavators, working together with a groundworker or in a larger team. The work includes trenching and laying of cables as part of building robust and long-lasting infrastructure.

Important: This job is based on projects across Sweden, mostly in remote locations. You will be away from home for extended periods of time.

Main tasks

• Excavate and prepare trenches for underground cable routes
• Lay power and fiber cables according to drawings and standards
• Keep a daily work log and plan tasks independently
• Ensure compliance with permits, safety procedures, and regulations
• Use digital tools for reporting and documentation

Requirements

• Valid excavator license (Swedish “yrkesbevis” or equivalent)
• Experience in groundworks for cable or fiber network construction
• Ability to read and follow construction drawings
• Skilled in operating both tracked and wheeled excavators
• Basic mechanical skills – able to perform simple repairs and routine maintenance on machinery
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Fluent in English (spoken and written); Swedish is a plus
• BE driver’s license

Personal qualities

• Self-motivated and responsible
• Well-organized and accurate in planning and documentation
• Quality-focused with a practical mindset
• Good communicator and team player

We offer

• Varied and hands-on projects throughout Sweden
• A small and personal company where you are trusted with real responsibility
• Modern equipment and professional colleagues
• A role where craftsmanship and quality truly matter