Heavy Equipment / Backhoe Operator - CDL Preferred

Ultipro; Utopia (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultipro in Texas is seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment / Backhoe Operator to support utility construction projects. You will operate backhoes, skid steers, and related equipment, perform daily maintenance, and follow safety policies on job sites in Utopia, TX.

Applicants should have a valid driver's license and DOT health card; Class A CDL is preferred. This full-time role offers benefits and opportunities for on-site training and advancement.

Qualifications

• Must have valid driver’s license
• Valid DOT Health Card
• Class A CDL preferred

Responsibilities

• Operate specified construction equipment safely
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of equipment
• Assist with material handling and site tasks
• Follow safety policies and report repairs
• Complete paperwork as needed
• Assist in transporting equipment to job site

Skills

Good verbal communication

Education

Valid Driver’s License

Valid DOT Health Card

Tools

CDL (Class A)

Job description

Heavy Equipment / Backhoe Operator - CDL Preferred

Job Category: FIELD OPERATIONS

Requisition Number: HEAVY003642

• Posted : September 22, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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Utopia, TX
Utopia, TX, USA

Description

MP Nexlevel, LLC, a leader in the utilities construction industry, is looking for Skilled Backhoe Operators. An Operator should possess a fundamental understanding of construction and be able to operate different construction equipment and tools including skid steers, excavators, and backhoes.

Position Title: Operator
Reports To: Foreman

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ability to operate a certain piece of equipment
• Grease, oil and do daily maintenance of equipment
• Hand dig around existing utilities when necessary
• Trained to operate tampers, jackhammers, drills, and saws
• Carry and load materials to be used on the job
• Follow all company safety policies and practices
• Report any equipment repairs needed to Foreman or Supervisor
• Light repair and maintenance of tools and equipment
• Assist in hauling equipment to and from job site
• Clean up and restore work area
• Wash and clean vehicles and equipment
• Safety training as required by position
• Paperwork filing and maintenance as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Essential Education and Qualifications:

• Good verbal communication skills
• Must have valid driver’s license
• Valid Driver’s License
• Valid DOT Health Card

Preferred Skills:

• Class A Driver’s License (CDL)

Physical Demands:

• Must be physically fit to endure the daily activity involved with the job
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions
• Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds

Benefits offered to eligible employees include medical, dental, vision, and supplemental life insurance, along with Paid Time Off, paid Holidays, traditional and ROTH 401(k) options with company match, employee stock purchase plan, education assistance program, employee assistance program, training and development opportunities, Telecommunications Industry Registered Apprenticeship Program, and a Commercial Driver’s License obtainment program.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

All offers of employment are expressly contingent upon the satisfactory completion, in accordance with Company policy, of a pre-employment drug screening and may be subject to a background check.

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