Equipment Operator III - Construction Services

rhwhite; Auburn (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

R.H. White seeks an Equipment Operator III Construction Services to operate power construction equipment and assist utility crews in New England. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and professional development within a century-long company culture.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, 5+ years of related experience, and be qualified on multiple machines. Company-supported training and certifications are available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years of related experience.
• Qualified on at least three equipment pieces from the listed types.
• Must obtain and maintain OQ credentials and licenses.

Skills

GPS capability

Drawing interpretation

English proficiency

OQ readiness

OSHA-10

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

5+ years related experience

Tools

Telehandler

Compact Loader

Front-End Loader

Dozer

Grader

Backhoe

Excavator <32k lbs

Job description

Position Summary:

The Equipment Operator III Construction Services operates a variety of power construction equipment within New England states and assists utility construction crew in performing their assigned duties.

Hiring Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent, or equivalent relevant experience.
• 5+ years of previous related experience and education.
• Can be qualified by an approved and competent company Operator on at least three pieces of equipment from the following (one piece per bullet):
• Telehandler/Compact Truck Loader/Front-End, Loader
• Dozer/Grader
• Backhoe, or <32k lbs. Excavator and all attachments.
• Intermediate GPS Capability.
• Intermediate drawing interpretation.
• Ability to read and write English.
• Must have or be able to obtain (company-provided training) and maintain gas utility installation and services/construction‑related industry Operator Qualifications (OQs).
• OSHA‑10 Certification (company-supported if not current), DOT Medical Card (assistance provided), valid MA Hoisting license 2A 1C, valid U.S. driver's license, successful drug screen, background check, and motor vehicle record (MVR) review per federal/state regulations.

At R.H. White, our day-to-day work is construction, and we do it well. Our Core Purpose, however, is to create well-being for our people, our customers, and our communities. We've been doing it for 100 years and we are always looking for team members that want to be part of something special.

We could list a variety of construction things we do, the projects that we win, and the accolades we have received, but we would rather tell you about our culture. For instance, our employees selected three charities to dedicate our 100th-anniversary fundraising efforts and we presented each organization - Easterseals, Alzheimer's Association, and The Greg Hill Foundation - with $100,000 checks following nine months of fundraising. Now, that is living our core purpose!

Additionally, our team members regularly volunteer with organizations that help to fight food insecurity, revitalize homes and neighborhoods, raise money for cancer and other diseases, and participate in charitable missions that are important to them and their families.

We don't only build things; we build careers. That's why our Employee Development Department manages our Construction Management Trainee (CMT) and our Foreman Development Programs. Our Leonard H. White Training Center is regularly abuzz with craft skills training and leadership learning activities as well. Yes, we have tuition reimbursement too. It's been an amazing 100 years - just ask our people!

So, if you're looking for a dynamic and rewarding career with a diversified, profitable, and sustainable business - that holds Employee Safety as a core value -

R.H. White Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we encourage all qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply.