Equipment Operator — Airport, Rail & Federal Projects

RG TENNEY ELECTRIC, INC.

Equipment Operator — Airport, Rail & Federal Projects

HDD & Heavy Equipment | Full-Time | Travel Required

Start Date: As soon as able — We have a full project backlog and no shortage of work ahead.

$28–$38/hr Based on experience $25/day Per diem, out-of-town jobs 401(k) Bonuses 401(k) @ 1 yr | Annual referral bonus

RG Tenney Electric is seeking a skilled Equipment Operator to join our dynamic team. If you know how to run a rig, read the ground, and get a bore or dig done right the first time, and you thrive in a challenging environment with opportunities for travel, we want to hear from you.

At RG Tenney Electric, we pride ourselves on tackling every aspect of underground and heavy-equipment work. While we do a variety of local jobs, we specialize in large-scale infrastructure — including horizontal directional drilling (HDD) and underground utility installation, airport systems work, railroad and rail signal projects, and federal contract sites. You'll be running equipment on projects vital to safety and efficiency across multiple industries and across the country.

WHY JOIN RG TENNEY ELECTRIC

● Competitive Pay: $28–$38 per hour based on experience, benchmarked to stay ahead of the market in every region we work.

● Prevailing Wage on Federal Work: Davis-Bacon / prevailing wage rates paid on qualifying federal job sites, often above standard scale.

● Overtime Pay: 1.5× your base rate for every hour worked over 40 in a workweek.

● Travel Covered: $25/day per diem on out-of-town jobs, plus full travel coverage — mileage/travel pay and hotel, both paid by RGTE.

● Annual Bonus Opportunity: Eligible for an annual performance-based bonus.

● Referral Bonus: Earn a cash bonus for every qualified referral who's hired.

● Paid Vacation & PTO: Paid time off to rest and recharge.

● 401(k) with Employer Match: Start saving for your future with matching contributions after one year of employment.

● Career Growth: We promote from within as our first option, with clear paths forward from operator to foreman and beyond.

● Impactful Work: Contribute to critical infrastructure across aviation, rail, and federal projects that keeps the country moving safely.

● Diverse Experience: Gain experience across a broad range of equipment and job types, from local work to specialized airport and railroad systems.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

● Proven Equipment Operating Experience: Hands-on experience operating HDD rigs, excavators, loaders, or other heavy equipment on underground or utility work.

● Bore Planning & Utility Locate Knowledge: Ability to read and follow a bore plan, spot utility conflicts, and work safely around existing lines.

● Airport, Rail, or Underground Utility Knowledge (Preferred): Experience on airfield, railroad/rail signal, or federal underground utility projects is a significant plus.

● Valid Driver's License: Clean driving record required; Class A CDL preferred.

● Travel Required: Not 100% travel, but this role requires travel to project sites across the country. You must be willing and able to travel frequently.

● Commitment to Safety: A strong understanding and adherence to safety protocols, including trench safety and traffic control.

● Mechanical Aptitude: Comfortable troubleshooting equipment issues and performing routine maintenance on the machine you run.

● Team Player: Collaborative mindset with the ability to take direction from a foreman and coordinate with the crew.

HOW TO APPLY

Send your resume to RGTERESUME@GMAIL.COM with the job title in the subject line.

Along with your resume, answer this one question:

What's the most challenging bore, dig, or job you've personally run equipment on, and what made it difficult?

Applicants who answer specifically will be contacted within 48 hours. Resume-only submissions are reviewed in the order received.

If you're ready to run equipment on critical infrastructure across the country and build a lasting career with a company that values its people, apply today.

RG Tenney Electric, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status. RGTE participates in E-Verify.

Pay: $28.00 - $38.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Relocation assistance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $28 - $38