Equipment Operator

Snapping Shoals Electric Membership Corporation

. Operate equipment required to transport materials, personnel, and tools to job sites .

Posted 9/28/2026full-timeCovington • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in operating heavy equipment and knowledge of electrical systems, ensuring safe and efficient construction and maintenance practices. Holds a valid Commercial Driver's License and is trained in first aid and CPR.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Heavy Equipment OperationFirst Aid and CPR KnowledgeCommercial Driver's LicenseElectrical System MaintenanceSafety Compliance

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Hard Skills

Digger OperationTrencher OperationBucket OperationElectrical System MaintenanceUnderground Cable TerminationPole Framing and SettingTransformer HandlingHazard RecognitionConstruction Specifications KnowledgeRoadside Work Zone Setup

Soft Skills

Team CollaborationProblem SolvingAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

WinchDerrickHole DiggerBackhoeTrencher

Certifications & Qualifications

Medical Examiner's Certificate of Qualification

Industry Keywords

Electrical Utility SystemsConstruction Safety PracticesDOT StandardsSSEMC SpecificationsOverhead/Underground Framing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Operate equipment required to transport materials, personnel, and tools to job sites
Facilitate safe and efficient construction and maintenance of electrical systems
Assist with construction and maintenance tasks for electrical utility systems
Know the detailed specifications and limitations of operated equipment
Drive trucks to and from work sites
Operate winch, derrick, hole digger, trencher, backhoe and accessory equipment
Report equipment repairs and additional tool needs
Maintain standard materials, first aid equipment and fire extinguishers on trucks
Ground vehicles according to safety policy
Refuel equipment and inspect it for DOT standards
Assist ground work while linemen perform their duties
Assist with splices on de-energized underground secondary and primary conductors
Place pole-mounted and URD pads or equipment safely using derrick trucks or trenchers
Assist in terminating underground cables in transformers
Assist with streetlight, pole framing, pole setting, anchor, guy, and ground rod installation
Load and unload transformers and other materials
Assist in patrolling lines during outages
Set up safe roadside work zones
Identify other utilities' placement and markers
Develop knowledge of electrical system hazard recognition and safe construction practices
Apply SSEMC overhead/underground framing and construction specifications and directional hand signals

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be able to operate heavy equipment (digger, trencher, bucket, etc.)
Must have knowledge of first aid and CPR
Overtime required
Valid Commercial Driver's License and Medical Examiner's Certificate of Qualification required
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); three years experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Must complete pre-employment verification, including a criminal background check, physical health screening, drug test, MVR and proof of eligibility to work in the United States
Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily
Ability to meet the knowledge, skill, and ability requirements of the role

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive pay- Negotiable based on experience
Medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
Health Savings Account with company annual contribution
Life insurance and disability
401K with company match
Pension plan
Paid holidays and time off
Educational/tuition reimbursement plan
Professional and personal development
Employee discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness programs and onsite fitness center