Power Grid Heavy Equipment Operator (CDL)

Renegade Group; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Renegade Group is seeking a Distribution Electrician Equipment Operator to support our electrical distribution projects. This role operates heavy equipment and collaborates with distribution electricians and linemen to ensure safe, efficient work in compliance with OSHA, NESC and DOT rules on all job sites.

The position requires a valid Class A or B CDL and the ability to work outdoors in all weather, with overtime, on-call, and storm response as part of normal duties.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A or B CDL.
• Experience operating heavy equipment in utility, construction, or related environments.
• Knowledge of electrical distribution work practices and job site safety.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy and specialized equipment including digger derricks, bucket trucks, line trucks, cranes, trenchers, backhoes, loaders.
• Support construction, maintenance, and repair of overhead and underground distribution systems.
• Assist with pole setting, removal, and framing operations.
• Transport materials, equipment, and crews to and from job sites.
• Perform equipment inspections, routine maintenance, and minor repairs.
• Assist distribution electricians and linemen with ground and aerial work as directed.
• Safely set up work zones including traffic control and job site protection.
• Follow all OSHA, NESC, DOT, and company safety rules and procedures.
• Respond to outages, emergencies, and storm restoration events.
• Maintain accurate equipment logs, inspections, and work documentation.
• Identify unsafe conditions and report equipment or system issues.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Job description

Renegade Group is seeking a Distribution Electrician Equipment Operator to support our electrical distribution projects. This role operates heavy equipment and collaborates with distribution electricians and linemen to ensure safe, efficient work in compliance with OSHA, NESC and DOT rules on all job sites.

The position requires a valid Class A or B CDL and the ability to work outdoors in all weather, with overtime, on-call, and storm response as part of normal duties.