Equipment Operator

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment including excavators, backhoes, skid steers, loaders, and trenchers
• Perform excavation for pole foundations, trenching for conduit, and site grading
• Assist with installation of underground conduit, duct banks, pull boxes, and handholes
• Handle and place materials such as gravel, stone, backfill, and structural components
• Read and interpret basic construction plans, grade stakes, and layout markings
• Perform equipment inspections, including pre-trip and post-trip checks
• Identify underground utilities and maintain safe excavation practices
• Support site preparation and restoration activities

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• 2–5 years of experience operating heavy equipment in construction environments preferred
• Experience in roadway, utility, or electrical construction is a plus
• Basic understanding of construction practices, excavation methods, and site grading
• Ability to read basic plans, grade stakes, or layout instructions
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record
• Ability to travel to job sites across the region
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, and overtime

Preferred Qualifications

• CDL preferred depending on equipment and hauling responsibilities
• Equipment operation certifications

Benefits

• Competitive Wages
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Matching
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Power Tool Incentive Program
• Safety, Skills, and Leadership Development