Equipment Operator

ElectriCom Inc; Alpine (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

ElectriCom Inc is seeking an Equipment Operator to support aerial and underground fiber-construction projects. This role operates heavy equipment, assists field crews, performs routine equipment checks, and helps ensure safe, efficient job-site operations in outdoor settings with occasional overnight travel.

Work involves operating excavators, backhoes, trenchers, skid steers, and rock saws; reading construction plans; following safety procedures; and coordinating with crews to meet project

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy construction equipment; telecom/utility experience preferred.
• Ability to read and follow construction plans and job specifications.
• Strong understanding of job-site safety and utility-location awareness.
• Valid driver’s license required; CDL preferred or willingness to obtain.
• Reliable attendance, strong work ethic, and commitment to safe work practices.
• Ability to work outdoors and travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment such as excavators, backhoes, trenchers, skid steers, and rock saws
• Perform excavation, trenching, backfilling, and site preparation
• Assist crews with groundwork and installation tasks
• Complete daily equipment inspections and report maintenance needs
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain awareness of underground and overhead utilities
• Load, unload, and secure equipment and materials
• 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

Heavy equipment operation

Reading plans

Safety awareness

Outdoor work

CDL preferred

Job description

Position Description

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 an Equipment Operator to support aerial and underground fiber-construction projects. This role operates heavy equipment, assists field crews, performs routine equipment checks, and helps ensure safe and efficient job-site operations. Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions, and travel to job sites—including overnight out-of-town assignments—is required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Operate heavy equipment such as excavators, backhoes, trenchers, skid steers, and rock saws
• Perform excavation, trenching, backfilling, and site preparation
• Assist crews with groundwork and installation tasks
• Complete daily equipment inspections and report maintenance needs
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain awareness of underground and overhead utilities
• Load, unload, and secure equipment and materials
• 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

You will be eligible for Isbell Construction’s benefit programs, including:

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

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Position Requirements

• Experience operating heavy construction equipment; telecom/utility experience preferred
• Ability to read and follow construction plans and job specifications
• Strong understanding of job-site safety and utility-location awareness
• Valid driver’s license required; CDL preferred or willingness to obtain
• Reliable attendance, strong work ethic, and commitment to safe work practices
• Ability to work outdoors and travel as needed

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.

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