Equipment Operator w/CDL A

• Equipment Operation
  
• Operate various types of heavy equipment such as excavators, plows, dozers, trenchers, skid steers, and hydro-vacs.
  
• Ensure equipment is operated safely, efficiently, and in accordance with company and industry standards.
  
• Load and unload equipment from trailers safely.
  
• Utility Installation Support
  
• Perform digging, trenching, grading, and backfilling for utility installation.
  
• Use utility locating tools to identify and avoid existing underground utilities.
  
• Hand dig around existing utilities when necessary.
  
• Safety & Compliance
  
• Follow all OSHA, DOT and company safety guidelines.
  
• Use proper PPE and ensure crew adherence to safety protocols.
  
• Participate in job site safety meetings and job hazard assessments prior to each task.
  
• Documentation & Communication
  
• Complete daily equipment logs and job reports accurately.
  
• Read and interpret construction plans and layouts.
  
• Communicate effectively with crew members, foreman, and supervisors.
  
• Report issues, incidents, and near-misses to supervisors promptly.
  
• Training & Mentorship
  
• Assist in training and mentoring laborers.
  
• Participate in ongoing training and certifications as required.
  

• Education & Certification:
  
• Valid Driver�s License with clean driving record.
  
• Experience:
  
• Minimum 1 year of experience operating heavy equipment in utility construction or a related field.
  
• Skills & Competencies:
  
• Ability to read and understand utility maps, blueprints, and job plans.
  
• Must possess good verbal communication skills.
  
• Ability to operate at least one piece of equipment we utilize on the job.
  
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
  

• Class A Driver�s License
  
• High School Diploma or GED
  
• Vocational school training or apprenticeship
  
• OSHA 10
  

• Work outdoors in all weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, or snow.
  
• Exposure to dust, mud, insects, and loud equipment.
  
• Regularly exposed to construction hazards such as open trenches, moving equipment, and vehicular traffic.
  
• May require overtime or weekend work depending on project needs.
  

• Skills & Competencies:
  
• Must have physical strength, balance, hand-eye coordination, and stamina necessary to endure the daily activity involved on the job site.
  
• Perform continuous physical labor for extended periods (8-12 hours per day).
  
• Frequently lift, carry, push, or pull objects weighing up to 80 pounds unassisted.
  
• Occasionally lift items over 80 pounds with assistance.
  
• Mobility and Flexibility
  
• Stand, walk, and move over uneven terrain, construction sites, and confined areas for the majority of the workday.
  
• Bend, squat, kneel, climb, reach, twist, and crawl into trenches, under structures, or within tight enclosures.
  
• Climb ladders, steps, or equipment to access elevated or underground work zones.
  
• Must be able to drive or ride in a vehicle for up to 11 hours to travel to and from job sites.
  
• Manual Dexterity and Coordination
  
• Use hand tools and power tools with precision and control.
  
• Repetitive motion tasks such as digging, raking, or using wrenches and pliers.
  
• Ability to work with small components such as fiber cable and splicing equipment.
  
• Visual and Auditory Requirements
  
• Visual acuity sufficient to read labels, identify cables, and operate tools and vehicles.
  
• Color vision to distinguish wire or cable types.
  
• Hearing sufficient to recognize warning signals, equipment alarms, or instructions.
  

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00 - $29.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
  
• 401(k) matching
  
• AD&D insurance
  
• Dental insurance
  
• Health insurance
  
• Health savings account
  
• Life insurance
  
• Paid time off
  
• Referral program
  
• Vision insurance
  

Experience:

• Fiber Optic/Utility: 2 years (Required)
  

License/Certification:

• CDL A (Required)
  

Willingness to travel:

• 100% (Required)
  

Work Location: On the road