Equipment Operator

Forbes Bros. Group of Companies; Stapleton (GA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Forbes Bros. Group of Companies is hiring a Heavy Equipment Operator to ensure safe operation and daily maintenance checks on site. You will work under the foreman, operate loaders, excavators, skid steers, and telehandlers, and follow site plans with a strong safety focus.

The role requires 3–5 years of experience and a valid operator certificate; Class 1/CDL with air brakes is a plus, with crane tickets advantageous. On-site roles at project locations across North America.

Qualifications

• Valid operator certification from a licensed provider.
• 3–5 years of heavy equipment experience, incl. excavators and loaders.
• Experience on powerline or utility projects is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate heavy equipment daily per site plans.
• Complete pre/post maintenance checks and document results.
• Coordinate with Foreman on maintenance needs.
• Maintain clean, well-kept equipment and work areas.

Skills

Loaders

Excavators

Skid Steers

Telehandlers

Equipment operation

Safety focus

Education

Operator's certificate

Class 1 / CDL with air brakes

Crane operator certifications (asset)

Tools

Lodril

Vibro-Hammer

Job description

Forbes Bros. Group of Companies delivers transmission, distribution, substation, and related power infrastructure projects across Canada and the United States.

Our work spans field construction, project delivery, operations, and corporate support in an environment where safety, execution, and reliability matter.

POSITION SUMMARY

Taking direction from the foreman or lead hand, this position is responsible for ensuring the safe operation of equipment and daily pre/post maintenance checks. The heavy equipment operator is responsible for operating heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner.

Core Responsibilities

Field Safety Leadership & Compliance

• Ensuring safety and quality is at the forefront of every task
• Operate all heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner according to all relevant legislation,policiesand procedures
• Perform dailypre/postsafety and maintenance checks
• Ensure heavy equipment is safely and securely stored

Equipment Operation to Include

• loaders
• dozers
• telehandler
• graders
• excavators
• Lodril
• Vibro-Hammer
• And other pieces of equipment.

Daily Responsibilities

• Able to follow site plans
• Work closely with construction team to understand tasks and provide feedback
• Understand and have knowledge with equipment operating manuals
• Clean heavy equipment as scheduled and/orrequired
• Advisethe fleetForeman of any requirements for maintenance or repairs
• Participate in routine maintenance, cleaning,greasingetc.
• Ensuring documentation for equipment is up to date as per daily check

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

Education & Experience

• Operators certificate from a licensed service provider
• 3 to 5 years of experience operating heavy equipment, including excavators, loaders, and skid steers, as well as crawler tractors.
• Experience working on powerline, utility, transmission, or related infrastructure projects is considered a strong asset.
• Class 1 / CDL license with air brake endorsement is considered an asset.
• Crane operator certifications or related lifting equipment tickets are considered an asset.
• Class 5 license, class1license with airbrakesconsidered asset

Skills & Abilities

• Proven experience operating loaders, excavators, and skid steers.
• Experience operating telehandlers, graders, dozers, Lodrils, Vibro-Hammers, and other heavy equipment is considered an asset.
• Ability to read and follow site plans and work safely in active construction environments.
• Strong understanding of equipment operating manuals, inspections, and preventative maintenance requirements.
• Experience supporting powerline, transmission, utility, or civil construction projects is considered an asset.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a construction crew while maintaining a strong safety focus.

The range shown is the expected base pay range for this role. Final compensation will be determined based on role requirements, experience, qualifications, work location, applicable project/site requirements, internal equity, and any applicable collective agreement or union requirements.

This range does not include overtime, premiums, per diem / LOA, bonuses, benefits, or other forms of compensation unless specifically stated in the job posting.

Base Pay Range

$32—$41 USD

Forbes Bros. Group of Companies and its affiliated entities are committed to providing a respectful and accessible recruitment process.

Employment is subject to the requirements of the applicable role, location, project, and employing entity. Depending on the position, this may include verification of work authorization, background screening, driver abstract, drug and alcohol screening, credential verification, client/site access requirements, and other pre-employment conditions permitted by applicable law.

Applicants who require accommodation during the recruitment process are encouraged to contact the recruitment team.