Heavy Equipment Operator

ZipRecruiter; Hyattsville (MD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Skilled Equipment Operator for a long-term commercial project in Rockville, MD. The role involves operating a telehandler and working with underground electrical systems. Candidates must have verifiable experience and a strong safety mindset.

Qualifications

• Verifiable experience operating a telehandler on commercial sites.
• Experience in underground electrical conduit systems is REQUIRED.

Responsibilities

• Operate telehandler safely and efficiently on active commercial job sites.
• Assist in excavation, trenching, and backfilling for underground electrical systems.

Skills

Safety Mindset

Blueprint Reading

Tools

Telehandler

Job description

Job Description

NOW HIRING: Telehandler Operator with Electrical/Underground Experience – Rockville, MD

Talent Corps is actively seeking a Skilled Equipment Operator for a long-term commercial project in Rockville, MD. This position requires experience operating a telehandler (Lull) and working with underground electrical conduit, banks, and trench systems.

Ongoing Work + Overtime Opportunities (Some Saturdays)
Location: Rockville, MD
Start: ASAP

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate telehandler (Lull) safely and efficiently on active commercial job sites
• Assist in excavation, trenching, and backfilling for underground electrical conduit and duct banks
• Support the installation of underground electrical systems, including routing conduit through trenches
• Work closely with electricians and crew to align trench work with electrical layout plans
• Read and interpret blueprints and site plans to execute precise trench locations and depths
• Maintain daily equipment inspections and report any mechanical issues
• Follow all OSHA and site-specific safety protocols
• Support general labor duties when equipment is not in use
• Ensure work is completed to code, on schedule, and with high attention to detail

Requirements:

• Must have verifiable experience operating a Lull/telehandler on commercial sites- license a must
• Experience in underground electrical conduit systems is REQUIRED
• Must pass an on-site driving test
• Ability to read blueprints
• Own reliable transportation to site
• Physically fit and ready for hands-on work
• Strong safety mindset
• Must pass a background and drug screen