Powerline Equipment Operator – Travel & Overtime

Forbes Bros. Group of Companies

United States

On-site

USD 39,000 - 59,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

The Forbes Bros. Group of Companies delivers transmission and power infrastructure projects across Canada and the United States. We seek an Equipment Specialist to ensure safe operation and daily maintenance checks of heavy equipment used on powerline projects.

The role covers operating graders, excavators, loaders, and other specialty equipment; travel and overtime may be required to meet project schedules. Emphasis is on safety, reliability, and quality workmanship.

Qualifications

  • Driver license required; CDL considered asset.
  • Operator certificate from a licensed provider.
  • 3–5 years’ experience operating heavy equipment for powerline or similar industry.
  • Ability to work safely and identify hazards on site or in office.
  • Strong communication and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

  • Adhere to safety rules, PPE use, permitting and safe work practices.
  • Operate and maintain heavy equipment including graders, excavators, loaders, and more.
  • Perform daily pre/post safety and maintenance checks.
  • Load/unload materials and ensure equipment is stored safely.
  • Follow site plans and complete tasks as per drawings and specifications.
  • Identify non-conforming work and report to supervision.
  • Travel and overtime as project schedules require.

Skills

Driver license
CDL asset
Operator certificate
Heavy equipment experience
Safety awareness
Problem solving
Teamwork
Flexibility travel/overtime
Manual labor endurance

Job description

The Forbes Bros. Group of Companies delivers transmission and power infrastructure projects across Canada and the United States. We seek an Equipment Specialist to ensure safe operation and daily maintenance checks of heavy equipment used on powerline projects.

The role covers operating graders, excavators, loaders, and other specialty equipment; travel and overtime may be required to meet project schedules. Emphasis is on safety, reliability, and quality workmanship.

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