Heavy Equipment Operator

About the Role

In this role you will support all phases of utility construction on telecom projects, operating various light construction machines, troubleshooting field issues, and interpreting utility locates to ensure crew safety and productivity. • Operate backhoes, cable plows, trenchers, hydraulic reel trailers, and other light construction equipment, maintaining them as required. • Troubleshoot on‑site problems promptly. • Read and interpret utility locates and above‑ground indicators to protect crew safety and maintain productivity.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸equipment operation
• ▸machine maintenance
• ▸troubleshooting
• ▸utility locates
• ▸crew safety
• ▸telecom construction

What You Bring

The ideal candidate is safety‑oriented, delivers high‑quality work, enjoys solving complex problems hands‑on, seeks long‑term project involvement, works well with a team, and has experience operating heavy equipment; relevant MOS codes (12N, 12V, 21E, 21J) are advantageous. • Prior experience operating heavy equipment on construction sites. • Strong safety focus with a track record of high‑quality workmanship. • Hands‑on problem‑solving ability for complex issues. • Relevant MOS codes (12N, 12V, 21E, 21J) align well with the position.

Requirements

• ▸heavy equipment
• ▸safety
• ▸problem solving
• ▸mos codes
• ▸teamwork
• ▸quality

Benefits

Compensation ranges from $21 to $27 per hour and includes a comprehensive benefits package featuring retirement plans, insurance, health and wellness options, paid time off, a boot voucher, and a $1,000 referral incentive. • Hourly pay of $21–$27. • 401(k) with company match. • Employee Stock Purchase Plan. • Life, short‑term and long‑term disability insurance. • Medical, dental, vision, and flexible spending accounts. • Red Wing boot voucher. • Paid time off, holidays, sick leave, and family/medical leave. • Employee Assistance Program. • $1,000 referral incentive for successful hires.

Work Environment

Field