Heavy Equipment Operator - CDL Preferred

MP NEXLEVEL LLC; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 71,635,000 - 114,616,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Education assistance

Training & development

CDL obtainment program

Apprenticeship program

Job summary

MP Nexlevel, LLC is seeking Skilled Backhoe Operators to join our field operations team in the construction of utilities. Operators should understand construction basics and operate skid steers, excavators, dump trucks and backhoes on projects.

The role reports to a Foreman and involves daily maintenance, safety compliance, material handling and site preparation. Valid driver’s license and DOT health card are required; CDL preferred for advanced roles, with comprehensive benefits provided.

Qualifications

• Must have good verbal communication and a valid driver's license.
• DOT health card required.
• Preferred: Class A CDL.

Responsibilities

• Operate a piece of equipment (backhoe or other)
• Grease, oil and perform daily maintenance
• Hand dig around utilities when needed
• Operate tampers, jackhammers, drills and saws
• Carry and load materials for job
• Follow safety policies and report repairs
• Perform light repairs and maintenance on tools/equipment
• Assist in hauling equipment to/from site
• Clean up and restore work area
• Complete paperwork as needed

Skills

Verbal communication

Driver's license

DOT Health Card

CDL (Class A)

Job description

Job Category: FIELD OPERATIONS

Requisition Number: HEAVY003620

• Posted : August 7, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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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, dump trucks 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

Pay Scale: $25/hr to $40/hr

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.

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