Telehandler Equipment Operator Road - Primoris Heavy Civil - Golden

Join Primoris Heavy Civil-where machines roar, roads and bridges rise, and teams work like a well-oiled engine!

Primoris Heavy Civil is seeking a skilled and safety-conscious Telehandler Operator to support our roadway and bridge construction project in Golden Meadow, LA. The ideal candidate will operate a telescopic forklift (telehandler) to move, lift, and place materials across various terrain and elevation levels, ensuring efficient and safe handling of construction components such as rebar, formwork, concrete barriers, and structural steel. Telehandler experience is required to be considered for this role.

General Requirements:

Operate telehandler equipment to transport and position materials at designated locations on the job site.

Assist in loading and unloading construction materials including bridge decking, precast components, and traffic control devices.

Navigate uneven terrain and confined spaces typical of bridge and roadway construction zones.

Perform daily equipment inspections and routine maintenance checks to ensure safe operation.

Coordinate with site supervisors, riggers, and other trades to support lifting plans and material staging.

Maintain accurate logs of equipment usage and report any mechanical issues promptly.

Comply with all site safety protocols, traffic control measures, and OSHA regulations.

Support general labor tasks when equipment is not in use, including site cleanup and material organization.

Qualifications:

Minimum 2 years of experience operating telehandlers in heavy civil or bridge construction environments.

Familiarity with rigging practices and load charts.

Ability to read and interpret site plans and lifting diagrams.

Strong understanding of safety procedures and hazard recognition.

Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in outdoor conditions.

Physical Demands:

Must be able to climb ladders, and work from stationary platforms from elevated heights.

Must be able to hear and distinguish emergency signals and instructions while on duty.

Must be able to repetitively sit, lift, stoop, bend, squat, kneel, reach and crawl.

Must be able to repeatedly lift a minimum of 50 pounds.

Must be able to work in all outdoor elements for extended periods of time.

Must be capable of working extended hours and variable shifts.

Work Environment:

Location: Industrial construction sites

Mobility Barriers to Access Job Site:

Uneven ground level

Obstructed pathways

Work performed at low and/or high elevations

Work performed in confined areas

Climatic/Environmental Conditions at Job Site:

Predominately outdoor climate

May be exposed to extreme hot or cold weather

Excessive humidity, rain, etc.

Various noise levels caused by tools, machinery, equipment, etc.

Potential exposure to chemical substances

Benefits:

Competitive compensation paid weekly

Best-in-class; Medical, Dental, Vision, and LTD/STD

401(k) with company match, vested day-one

Employee Stock Purchase Plan [ESPP]

Tuition Reimbursement

Pet Coverage "For our Furry Friends"

Legal Assistance Coverage

Award winning safety programs

Company Overview:

Primoris was formed in 2004 as the parent company and is traded on the NYSE under the symbol PRIM. We provide a wide range of construction, maintenance, and engineering services for power generation, oil and gas, chemical, pipeline, utilities and distribution, and civil infrastructure clients. Primoris is ranked in the top 1% of the prestigious Top 600 Specialty Contractors List by Engineering News-Record (ENR), having built projects throughout the U.S. and Canada. For additional information, please visit

Primoris Heavy Civil, supported by the bonding capacity and resources of Primoris, has expanded into an even larger role within the heavy civil, infrastructure rehabilitation and transportation industries. Heavy Civil provides highway, port, airfield, rail and marine (intermodal transportation) construction services to private commercial and industrial clients as well as governmental entities such as the Department of Transportation and the US Army Corps of Engineers. Heavy Civil is comprised of six operating units that include North Louisiana Operations, South Louisiana Operations, Texas Operations, HMA Paving Operations, Concrete Paving Operations, and the Infrastructure Rehabilitation Unit.

Agency Statement:

We are not accepting resumes from Third Party Recruiting Firms for this position. If you are an Agency or Search firm representative, contact the Primoris Talent Acquisition Manager directly for consideration. Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resumes and online response forms through this source. In addition, Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees on unsolicited resumes that are submitted to any member of the Staffing or Operations team. Primoris has established an approved vendor program for this service and will only consider accepting submissions from those approved firms. For consideration in becoming an approved vendor, contact HR.

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