Equipment Operator - Fiber Construction

Duties

• Operate various equipment including but not limited to: Backhoes, Mini Excavators, Trenchers, Dozers, Utility Plows/Vibratory Plows, Skid Steers, Hydrovacs, Horizontal Direction Drills
• Auxiliary tasks such as assisting with underground fiber optic cable placement and conduit installation
• Perform excavation, trenching, backfilling, grading, and site restoration activities
• Follow utility locate markings and maintain safe digging practices around existing infrastructure
• Conduct daily equipment inspections and basic preventative maintenance
• Load, unload, and transport materials, tools, and equipment to job sites
• Work with Foreman/Supervisors and alongside crews to support network construction projects
• Maintain accurate records of time, work completed, equipment usage, and safety inspections
• Adhere to company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and industry best practices
• Travel throughout the service region as needed and work outdoors in varied weather conditions

Requirements

• Experience in the operation of excavation equipment (Backhoe, Mini Excavators, Skid steers, Track hoe, trenchers, Horizontal Directional Drills) around utilities
• Ability to verify locates, spot/expose and identify utilities after they have been located
• Ability to perform daily maintenance checks on machines
• General knowledge in understanding for placing conduit or cables
• Ability to communicate effectively and work with co-workers
• Ability to take direction and work well with others
• Ability to perform manual tasks requiring frequent walking, stooping, crouching, reaching, lifting, digging, pushing and pulling
• Must be at least 21 years of age, have a valid driver’s license, and have the ability to pass pre-employment criminal background check, MVR check, and substance screen
• Class A CDL, or ability to obtain one, is strongly preferred
• Experience operating Horizontal Directional Drill is a plus

What We Offer

Stable, year-round employment, with overtime opportunities
Competitive pay and benefits
Paid lodging and food per-diem when on the road for work
Growth opportunities