Equipment Operator - Construction

Hamilton Barnes Associates Limited; La Porte (IN); On-site; USD 34,440 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Company vehicle for work-related travel

401(k) Retirement Savings Program

Paid Leave Benefits

Profit Sharing

Teammate Assistance Program

Comprehensive training programs

Opportunities for career advancement

Job summary

A leading utility construction company in La Porte, Indiana, is seeking skilled operators to contribute to essential infrastructure projects. You will safely operate construction equipment, assist with installations, and ensure compliance with DOT regulations. The ideal candidate has a valid Class A CDL and a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience. This role offers competitive pay from $25 to $30 per hour and opportunities for career advancement through comprehensive training and professional development.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of safe, productive equipment operation experience preferred.
• Valid Class A CDL license strongly preferred.
• Must meet all DOT requirements, including physical and drug testing.

Responsibilities

• Operate company vehicles daily to deliver and pick up materials.
• Assist field crews with installations, including manholes and vaults.
• Safely operate utility construction equipment.

Skills

Directional Drill Operators

Mini-Excavator Operators

Strong communication skills

Utility construction knowledge

DOT requirements compliance

Tools

Directional drills

Backhoes

Excavators

Job description

Ready to help build the critical infrastructure that keeps communities connected and powered?

Join a leading utility and telecom construction innovator delivering engineering, installation, and maintenance services across gas, electric, and broadband networks. Their projects span fiber optic networks, 5G build-outs, and essential infrastructure that keeps cities and towns running smoothly. This is a team driven by expertise, safety, and a commitment to delivering reliable, scalable solutions that support both everyday life and future technology growth.

Step into a role where your work contributes to essential infrastructure, drives transformative projects, and positions you at the forefront of civil engineering and telecom innovation!

Responsibilities:

• Operate company vehicles daily to deliver and pick up materials, cable reels, steel plates, tools, and equipment
• Assist field crews with installations, including manholes and vaults, as needed
• Safely and efficiently operate utility construction equipment such as backhoes, directional drills, trenchers, skid‑steer loaders, cranes, digger derricks, bucket trucks, excavators, and crane trucks

Skills/Must have:

• Track record of using Directional Drill Operators and Mini‑Excavator Operators
• Knowledge of DOT enforcement and compliance regulations
• Must meet all DOT requirements, including physical and drug testing
• Strong communication skills and ability to follow directions
• Solid understanding of utility construction and installation practices
• Minimum of 2 years of safe, productive equipment operation experience preferred
• Valid Class A CDL license strongly preferred

Benefits:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Company vehicle provided for work-related travel
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Program
• Paid Leave Benefits
• Profit Sharing
• Retirement savings plan
• Teammate Assistance Program
• Comprehensive training programs
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development

Salary:

• Competitive pay rate: $25 - $30 per hour