Heavy Equipment Operator – HDD Drilling Support

Telcom Construction, LLC; Maple Grove (MN); On-site; USD 62,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Paychecks

Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Hol

401(k) with Company Match

Stock Purchase Plan

Education Reimbursement

Legal Insurance

Discounts on gym memberships

Job summary

TelCom Construction, LLC is seeking a Large Machine Operator to support HDD drill crews by safely operating heavy equipment. Responsibilities include staging pipe and materials, bore support, and ensuring safe site conditions while coordinating with the drill crew.

The role requires CDL Class A or B, ability to lift 50–75 lbs, and prior experience with drill setups and heavy machinery. OSHA/First Aid certifications are a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy machinery such as excavators, skid steers, and loaders.
• CDL license (Class A or B) required depending on transport needs.
• Must pass background check and meet site safety requirements.
• Authorized to work in the United States for TelCom Construction, LLC.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy machinery including excavators, skid steers, loaders, trenchers, and vac systems.
• Support drill setup by staging pipe, tooling, mud tanks, and materials.
• Assist with bore support including trenching, potholing, exposing utilities, and site preparation.
• Perform safe material handling including loading/unloading pipe, tooling, and equipment.
• Maintain equipment through daily inspections, greasing, fluid checks, and reporting issues.
• Coordinate with drill crew to ensure proper timing and workflow during drilling operations.
• Assist with environmental controls including containment, spoil management, and site cleanliness.
• Follow all safety protocols including PPE, equipment lockout/tagout, and hazard awareness.
• Support reclaim operations by moving materials, staging tanks, and assisting the mud system technician when needed.
• Load and unload tools, materials and equipment from truck.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Drill setup experience

Safety and PPE compliance

CDL Class A/B

Team communication

Lift 50-75 lbs

Education

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent

Relevant work experience

Job description

TelCom Construction, LLC is seeking a Large Machine Operator to support HDD drill crews by safely operating heavy equipment. Responsibilities include staging pipe and materials, bore support, and ensuring safe site conditions while coordinating with the drill crew.

The role requires CDL Class A or B, ability to lift 50–75 lbs, and prior experience with drill setups and heavy machinery. OSHA/First Aid certifications are a plus.