Heavy Equipment Operator

Ledcor Group; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledcor Technical Services is seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator to safely and efficiently operate heavy equipment on telecom projects across North America. You will perform light maintenance and assist with restoring job sites to their original state, while prioritizing safety and teamwork.

The role requires a clean driving record, a valid driver's license (CDL a plus), and at least two years of heavy equipment experience.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in heavy equipment operation.
• Valid driver's license; CDL is an asset and may lead to higher pay.
• Clean driving record and ability to pass background and drug screenings.
• Experience with John Deere dozer, skid steer, mini excavator, or back hoe.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently operate heavy equipment.
• Provide light maintenance and routine service to equipment.
• Operate equipment, hand tools and lifts heavy items up to 50 pounds.
• Read underground utility locates and ensure safe digging practices.
• Maintain a healthy and safe work environment for the crew, the public, the customer, and Ledcor.
• Assist with restoring job sites back to their original state.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Team player

Tools

John Deere dozer

Skid steer

Mini excavator

Back hoe

Job description

Ledcor Technical Services has been building and servicing communication networks for customers across North America since 1979. Utilizing our broad expertise and experience, we customize solutions to best meet our client's needs. We act as a key partner for our clients by delivering exceptional quality, reliability, and safety in all that we do. As an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator with a proven ability to work alongside crew members in a high-pressure environment, you will maintain project quality to help build telecommunications networks. You’re a team player who ensures the well-being of others and lends a hand where needed. This position provides opportunity for a diverse career path and longevity with an industry leading Telecommunications company.

Essential Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently operating heavy equipment
• Providing light maintenance and routine service to equipment
• Operating equipment, hand tools and lifts heavy items (up to 50 pounds)
• Reading underground utility locates and ensuring safe digging practices are always being adhered to
• Maintaining a healthy and safe work environment for the crew, the public, the customer, and Ledcor
• Assist with restoring job sites back to their original state

Qualifications

• Candidates must possess and maintain a clean driving record and a valid driver's license; those holding a valid CDL are eligible for additional pay in recognition of the enhanced skills and responsibilities associated with the license
• Experience operating a John Deere dozer, skid steer, mini excavator, and / or back hoe is an asset
• Two years of experience in Heavy Equipment operation
• Must successfully complete a criminal background check, pre-access drug and alcohol screenings
• Experience with safely operating a variety of large and small power equipment, light vehicles and properly towing/backing-up trailers

Work Conditions

• Able to meet the physical requirements of the position which involves sitting, standing, bending, climbing, lifting (up to 50 pounds), working at heights, and in all types of weather conditions (rain, snow, heat etc.)
• This position will require travel throughout the state of Montana as needed - per diem and travel accommodations will be provided when traveling overnight and out-of-market

Additional Information

Ledcor Technical Services (LTS) designs, builds, and maintains wireline or wireless networks that span North America and beyond. We are a proven leader and innovator in telecommunications network construction, maintenance, and service installation and repair. Ledcor has been recognized as a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America. Our competitive total rewards package provides compensation and benefits that support your physical, mental and financial well-being. We offer exciting, challenging work with opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge.

Employment Equity At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply. Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. For more information about Ledcor’s Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page. Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email. All applicants must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States. Ledcor participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Link to: https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify

We're a diversified construction company, made up of teams of people who are proven in their industries. All working to design, build, transport, operate, and maintain projects all over North America. But we believe that projects are about more than concrete and steel. They're about people and the power of partnerships. Partnerships with our employees, our communities, our contractors and clients. We believe in building trust in the places where we do business—whether that’s by engaging honestly, by giving back, by putting safety first, or by looking for smarter, more sustainable ways to get the job done right.