Field Heavy Equipment Operator – Utility Construction & Growth

Push-Inc; Cohagen (MT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K with company match

Weekly pay

PTO and holidays

Bonus potential

Training & advancement

In-house CDL program

Referral bonus

Apprenticeship opportunities

Job summary

Push Inc. is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator for JKL Associates to safely operate equipment for telecom and power utility installation across rural and urban sites. Responsibilities include field digging, equipment maintenance, and assisting with labor tasks, with opportunities to train and mentor teammates.

The role requires outdoor work in all weather and travel for extended periods. CDL preferred; strong safety awareness and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Field experience with digging operations around utilities in rural and urban areas.
• Ability to operate utility construction equipment including backhoe, mini excavator, cable plow, or track hoe.
• Willingness to train and mentor others in equipment operation.

Responsibilities

• Operate assigned heavy equipment safely to install fiber, copper, coaxial cables and power lines.
• Perform daily maintenance on construction equipment.
• Conduct routine labor tasks as needed (potholing, setup, conduit/duct/cable placement).
• Drive tow vehicle to haul equipment to and around job sites.
• Provide training and assistance to coworkers learning to operate equipment.

Skills

Field experience

Read prints

Train others

Team environment

Willingness to learn

Tools

Backhoe

Mini excavator

Cable plow

Track hoe

Job description

Push Inc. is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator for JKL Associates to safely operate equipment for telecom and power utility installation across rural and urban sites. Responsibilities include field digging, equipment maintenance, and assisting with labor tasks, with opportunities to train and mentor teammates.

The role requires outdoor work in all weather and travel for extended periods. CDL preferred; strong safety awareness and teamwork are essential.