Experienced Equipment Operator

  • Full-time

Company Description

CW Wright Construction Company is a leading provider of high-quality turnkey transmission, substation, distribution, and solar facility construction services for electric utilities in the Mid-Atlantic, Northeast, Southeast and Midwest regions of the United States.  Our expertise comprises all aspects of utility work including overhead, underground, transmission, telephone special hotline construction, substations, cable splicing, foundations, horizontal and directional boring, and right-of-way clearing. 

We are currently seeking EXPERIENCED EQUIPMENT OPERATORS

*Sign-On Bonus after completing 90 days of employment. $1000 (NET) Travel Required!

Company Benefits

  • Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision benefits that start the first of the month after 30 days
  • Company Paid, Basic Life, AD&D, and Basic Short-Term Disability
  • 401 (k) with company match
  • Paid Holidays and Vacation
  • State and Federally accredited Lineman Apprenticeship program  
  • Company Paid Flame Retardant Clothing
  • Per Diem for work more than 75 miles or more from home

Job Description

Capable of operating various types of heavy equipment:

  • Bucket, derrick, and boom trucks
  • Backhoes, excavators, and skid steer loaders
  • Articulating Man-lifts
  • Pressure Diggers
  • Trenchers
  • Track Crawler Loader/Backhoe
  • Rough Terrain Telescopic Forklifts
  • Read and interpret profile, blueprints, maps, or other written instructions for completion of assigned tasks.
  • Does all other related work as required to complete the job.
  • Responsible for maintaining company vehicles in good working condition.

Physical Standards

Required physical abilities to climb, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, finger dexterity, grasp, and repetitive motions. Must be able to routinely lift objects under 10 pounds; occasionally lift objects from 10-25 pounds, infrequently lift objects from 25 – 30 pounds and infrequently lift objects over 50 pounds.

Environmental Conditions

Work is performed outside and includes being exposed to extreme cold, extreme heat, inclement weather, noise, mechanical hazards, electrical hazards, darkness, and occasional poor lighting conditions.

Qualifications

  • 1 year of relevant experience
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Prior experience operating a variety of equipment.
  • Resumes and/or detailed applications are required for all hires; including references that can provide verification of experience level. 
  • Must qualify for and/or possess a Commercial Driver’s License. 

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work to be performed; it is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful passing of a background check and drug screen.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. CW Wright is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. CW Wright will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.