Equipment Operator - Telecom - California
Listed on 2026-02-16
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Heavy Equipment Operator, General Labor
Overview
About Us
Robinson Brothers Construction is a general contractor focused on installing infrastructure for the communications, renewable energy, natural gas, and electric utility industries. We are a subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE: PWR). We operate across the American West and are committed to providing superior service to our customers and investing in our people. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and participate in E-Verify.
AboutThis Role
IMMEDIATE NEED - HIRING NOW – Work located in California
TRAVELERS NEEDED – Only apply if serious about traveling
TRAVEL POSITION – Major Projects Division; work spans across several states
Robinson Brothers Construction, LLC is seeking skilled Telecom/Underground Utilities Heavy Equipment Operators to join our traveling crew. Our contracts span the Pacific Northwest and the West Coast, encompassing the western states. We are looking for talented individuals who are enthusiastic and ready to travel to various job sites. Travel is expected and required. This is a field position, and you will work at various sites as necessary, including locations in multiple states.
WhatYou’ll Do
The Traveling Underground Utility Equipment Operator is responsible for operating heavy equipment such as cable plows, backhoes, mini excavators, skid steers, rock saws, and other utility construction equipment to install, repair, and maintain underground utilities. You will also be responsible for safe transportation of materials and equipment.
Daily Responsibilities:
- Operate all heavy machinery safely.
- Dig trenches, back-fill excavations, and compact and level earth to grade specifications.
- Transport materials and equipment.
- Load and unload equipment and materials as needed.
- Follow all on-site safety procedures.
- Ensure contents and equipment are properly secured during transportation.
- Comply with all DOT regulations and rules.
- Perform daily vehicle pre-trip inspections and Job Hazard Analyses (JHA).
- Travel is a must.
- Possess a valid CDL Class A (not required, but premium pay is included if held or obtained).
- Experience operating heavy equipment and machinery.
- Clean driving record (no more than 2 tickets in the last 5 years).
- Strong focus on quality and safety.
- Excellent time management skills.
- Willingness to perform all aspects of the job, including hand digging trenches if machinery cannot reach specific areas.
- Travel is required.
This is a full-time hourly position, expected to work at least 40 hours per week. The position operates in an outdoor environment and is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions including extreme cold, rain, sleet, snow, humidity, high temperatures, and high wind. The environment will vary throughout the day and may include changes in terrain, traffic, urban and rural settings. This position may occasionally be exposed to natural gas and the risk of electrical shock.
Exposure to moderate to loud noise levels.
Must be able to stand for long periods (up to 12 hours), tolerate extreme weather, speak and hear worksite safety instructions, and repeatedly lift, stand, climb, kneel, reach and feel, crouch, and crawl. Regularly lift 50 pounds. Vision requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
What You’ll Get / BenefitsBenefits Include:
- Health Insurance:
Medical, Dental, Vision Plans - Flexible Spending Accounts/Health Savings Accounts
- Retirement Savings Plan (401K) with company matching
- Short- & Long-Term Disability
- Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
- Paid Holidays and Vacation
- Competitive Pay
As a Quanta Services Company, you may have access to additional benefits including travel discounts, car rental, phone, tires, and more.
CompensationCompensation Range: The anticipated compensation for this position is USD $25.00/hr – USD $38.50/hr depending on experience and qualifications. Pay is based on knowledge, skills, and abilities. This range represents a good-faith estimate of the hourly wage the company reasonably expects to pay for this position at the time of hire in accordance with California pay transparency requirements.
Equal OpportunityAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or to request reasonable accommodation, please contact the Company’s Human Resources department.
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