Heavy Equipment Operators

Job in Columbus, Franklin County, Ohio, 43224, USA

Listing for: inSync Staffing

Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-17

Job specializations:

Trades / Skilled Labor
Heavy Equipment Operator, Construction Labor / Trades, Construction Manager/ Foreman
Construction
Heavy Equipment Operator, Construction Labor / Trades, Construction Manager/ Foreman

Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 40 - 45 USD Hourly USD 40.00 45.00 HOUR

Heavy Equipment Operators & Foreman Utilities / Telecom Construction

Columbus & Cincinnati, OH

Pay:

Foreman: $40-$45/hr DOE
Level 2 & 3 Operators: $37-$42/hr DOE
Overtime Available

Direct Hire | Full Benefits Day One | Relocation Assistance Available

Allstates Consulting Services is seeking experienced Heavy Equipment Operators and Foremen to support large-scale underground utility and telecom infrastructure projects in the Columbus and Cincinnati, Ohio markets. These projects include deep excavation, conduit installation, manholes, and utility construction supporting major data center developments.

Responsibilities

Safely operate a variety of heavy construction equipment on underground utility projects.
Perform deep trench excavation (12 15 feet) around existing live utilities.
Install conduit, manholes, and related underground infrastructure.
Adapt quickly to operating different types of heavy equipment as project needs change.
Follow all OSHA and company safety procedures, including trench protection requirements.

Foreman Responsibilities

Lead and supervise field crews on underground utility projects.
Read and interpret construction drawings and utility prints.
Coordinate daily activities with Project Managers, Construction Managers, engineers, inspectors, and customers.
Ensure projects remain on schedule while maintaining quality and safety standards.

Preferred Qualifications

4 10+ years of heavy equipment or utility construction experience (Foreman).
Experience with deep excavation and trench box systems, including double-stack trench boxes.
Experience working around energized or live underground utilities.
Utility, telecom, or underground infrastructure experience required.
Data center construction experience is a strong plus.
Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

What We Offer

Direct Hire Position Benefits Begin Day One
$37-$45 per hour plus overtime
Company truck for Foremen (take-home vehicle)
$5,000-$7,500 Relocation Assistance
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (Company pays approximately 80%)
10 Paid Holidays
80-160 Hours Paid Time Off
Stable, long-term career with opportunities for advancement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Rate of pay within the stated range will depend on the qualification of the applicant.