About Us A fully owned subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE: PWR), Probst Electric Inc. is one of North America's premier utility construction companies. Probst Electric has offices in Heber City, Provo, and Salt Lake City, Utah; Caldwell and Rupert, Idaho. Probst Electric has successfully completed projects all over the United States and Canada. Probst Electric specializes in high-voltage transmission line construction, design-build, and maintenance services for public and private sector utilities. Our construction specialties include transmission, distribution, drilling, underground, and renewables. Probst Electric offers competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and 401k. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and participate in E-Verify. About this Role Probst Electric is looking for a skilled Heavy Equipment Operator to support our utility construction projects. In this role, you’ll operate a variety of equipment—such as excavators, backhoes, skid steers, and drills—to assist with transmission, distribution, underground, and civil construction work. Your expertise helps ensure crews can work safely, efficiently, and on schedule in demanding field environments. You’ll be an important part of a team that builds and maintains critical power infrastructure across the region and, at times, nationwide. If you take pride in high‑quality work, operate equipment with precision and care, and thrive in a fast‑paced outdoor environment, this is a great opportunity to grow your career within the Quanta family. What You'll Do As a Heavy Equipment Operator, you’ll play a key role in supporting utility construction projects by safely and efficiently operating equipment and assisting crews in the field. Your responsibilities will include: + Follow all company and job‑site safety regulations and procedures. + Identify and avoid potential hazards such as utility lines, equipment, workers, and falling objects. + Operate heavy equipment—including track hoes, backhoes, forklifts, skid steers, and similar machinery—using throttles, switches, levers, and pedals. + Load, move, and place dirt, rock, materials, and equipment using tractors, shovels, trucks, and related machinery. + Maneuver equipment to strip topsoil, clear vegetation, remove obstacles, and level or grade terrain. + Excavate, drill, and prepare holes for foundations, poles, or utility structures. + Perform right‑of‑way clearing, reclamation, and site preparation. + Guide, direct, and mentor laborers and ground personnel during work activities. + Perform basic equipment care, including greasing, oiling, and minor repairs using hand tools. + Clean and prep construction sites to remove hazards and maintain safe working conditions. + Read and interpret construction plans, instructions, and specifications. + Assist with traffic control around work zones when necessary. + Measure, mark, and record distances and layouts to support construction work. + Perform other related duties as assigned. What You'll Bring Required Qualifications + One year experience in heavy equipment operation + Valid Commercial Driver License + Valid DOT Medical Certification + Experience digging around existing utilities + Travel required for continued employment + Pass pre-employment and other drug screenings + Must be willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions + Compliance with OSHA and other Federal, State, and local safety regulations Preferred Qualifications + Three to five years of experience in heavy equipment operation + Lo-Drill experience + Loader and Forklift experience What You'll Get At Probst Electric Inc., a proud subsidiary of Quanta Services (NYSE: PWR), you’ll join a team that takes pride in delivering high‑voltage transmission construction, design‑build solutions, and maintenance services for public and private utilities. With offices across Utah and Idaho and projects spanning the nation, we bring expertise in transmission, distribution, drilling, underground work, and renewable energy—along with a commitment to quality, safety, and teamwork in everything we do. We Offer + Earn top‑tier wages with additionalper diem and travel paywhen eligible. + Enjoy exceptional benefits , including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a401(k) with a strong company match. + Be part of anindustry‑leading safety culture, strengthened byQuanta Services’ unwavering commitment to safetyand its world‑class national training network. + Accessunlimited career growth opportunitiesand advance your future within the expansiveQuanta family of companies. Please Note:We are not engaging with external recruiters or agencies for this role. Kindly refrain from outreach regarding candidates. Equal Opportunity Employer All 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 if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department. Apply Here (https://careers-quanta.icims.com/jobs/13313/heavy-equipment-operator---multiple-locations-%26-states/job?mode=apply&apply=yes&in\_iframe=1&hashed=-336060817) Connect With Us! ID2026-13313 CategoryField Operations/Craft Worker Position TypeFull-Time Regular LocationUS-ID-Caldwell Workplace TypeField-Based