Punch Truck Operator — Traveling Role

Pay: $31–$36 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience

This position requires travel, with employees away from home for up to two weeks at a time. While in the field, you must be available to work nights, weekends, and overtime based on project needs.

About the Role

The Punch Truck Operator plays a key role in installing guardrail along America’s roadways. You’ll operate specialized equipment, help set the crew’s pace, and work with the foreman to complete safe installations that meet project standards.

Travel and Schedule

• Required travel to project sites.
• Up to two consecutive weeks away from home.
• Night shifts, weekend work, and overtime as required by project schedules.
• Flexibility to adjust working hours based on field conditions and project needs.

Responsibilities

• Operate a drop hammer or vibratory post pounder to install guardrail.
• Drive the Punch Truck to and from job sites.
• Support the layout and setup of guardrail installations.
• Work closely with the foreman and crew to maintain safe, efficient progress.
• Load and unload materials needed for daily work.
• Use power tools and perform manual digging when conditions prevent use of the Punch Truck.

Qualifications

• Class A CDL
• Two to five years of heavy equipment operating experience.
• At least two years of commercial driving experience.
• Strong understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic equipment.
• Ability to travel and remain away from home for up to two weeks at a time.
• Availability to work nights, weekends, and overtime while in the field.

Preferred Experience

• Mechanical experience with hydraulic or pneumatic equipment.
• Guardrail installation experience.
• Heavy highway construction experience.

Compensation

$31–$36 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.

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