CDL Driver

ElectriCom; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life and AD&D coverage

Generous paid time off

401(k) matching program

Job summary

ElectriCom is seeking a CDL Driver in Abilene, TX to support a directional drill crew on telecom and utility construction projects. You will transport equipment and materials to job sites and assist with drill crew activities, traveling to distant sites including overnight assignments.

You must hold a valid Class A CDL and have experience driving commercial vehicles; preferring drill equipment experience. The role requires outdoor work in all weather, strong safety awareness, and a reliable,

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL required.
• Experience driving commercial vehicles and hauling equipment.
• Experience supporting or operating directional drill equipment preferred.
• General knowledge of telecom or utility construction practices.
• Strong understanding of job site safety and utility location awareness.
• Ability to perform physical labor and assist field crews as needed.
• Willingness to travel, including overnight assignments.
• Reliable attendance, strong work ethic, and commitment to safe work practices.

Responsibilities

• Operate CDL‑required vehicles to transport equipment, materials, and crew to job sites.
• Assist directional drill crew with setup, operation, and teardown of drilling equipment.
• Support bore operations including locating, drilling, and installation activities (experience preferred).
• Load, secure, and unload equipment and materials in accordance with safety standards.
• Perform daily vehicle and equipment inspections and report maintenance needs.
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain awareness of underground and overhead utilities.
• Assist with general labor tasks, site preparation, and clean up as needed.
• Work outdoors in all weather and terrain conditions.
• Travel to job sites, including overnight out of town assignments; overtime may be required.
• Participate in required training and perform traffic control as needed.

Skills

CDL Class A

Commercial driving

Directional drilling

Telecom construction

Safety awareness

Physical labor

Travel readiness

Reliability

Job description

Position Title: CDL Driver

Location: Abilene, TX

Job Category: Isbell Construction LLC

Date Posted: 05/28/2026

Salary Interval: Hourly

ElectriCom and Isbell Construction are part of a unified team delivering reliable telecommunications and utility infrastructure across the United States. ElectriCom, founded in 1960 in Paoli, Indiana, provides high-quality aerial and underground construction and maintenance services for broadband providers, electric utilities, cooperatives, and municipalities.

Isbell Construction, established in 1985 and now operating as an ElectriCom subsidiary, strengthens this work with specialized expertise in rural fiber construction, rock excavation, trenching, long‑haul installation, and complex‑terrain projects throughout the Southwest.

Together, we deliver safe, dependable, turnkey infrastructure solutions supported by shared resources, skilled field teams, and a strong commitment to quality, safety, and on‑time performance.

We are seeking a CDL Driver to support a directional drill crew on telecommunications and utility construction projects. This role is responsible for transporting equipment and materials to and from job sites while supporting field operations. The position also assists with drill crew activities and may operate drilling equipment when qualified. Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions, and travel to job sites—including overnight out of town assignments—is required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Operate CDL‑required vehicles to transport equipment, materials, and crew to job sites
• Assist directional drill crew with setup, operation, and teardown of drilling equipment
• Support bore operations including locating, drilling, and installation activities (experience preferred)
• Load, secure, and unload equipment and materials in accordance with safety standards
• Perform daily vehicle and equipment inspections and report maintenance needs
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain awareness of underground and overhead utilities
• Assist with general labor tasks, site preparation, and clean up as needed
• Work outdoors in all weather and terrain conditions
• Travel to job sites, including overnight out of town assignments; overtime may be required
• Participate in required training and perform traffic control as needed

COMPANY BENEFITS

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and AD&D coverage
• Generous paid time off
• 401(k) matching program

Position Requirements

• Valid Class A CDL required
• Experience driving commercial vehicles and hauling equipment
• Experience supporting or operating directional drill equipment preferred
• General knowledge of telecom or utility construction practices
• Strong understanding of job site safety and utility location awareness
• Ability to perform physical labor and assist field crews as needed
• Willingness to travel, including overnight assignments
• Reliable attendance, strong work ethic, and commitment to safe work practices

Equal Opportunity Employer

Isbell, an ElectriCom company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.