Construction Operator

Great Plains Communications, LLC; Kearney (NE); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Rightfiber is seeking a Construction Operator to drive heavy equipment like boring machines and cable plows for fiber and utility line installation. The role involves outdoor work, lifting 100+ lbs, and travel to project sites across the Midwest.

Qualified candidates have 2–5 years in the field, familiarity with backhoes, trenchers, and skid loaders, and a strong safety mindset to protect the crew and project timelines.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of field experience.
• Ability to lift 100+ lbs and work outdoors in all conditions.
• Experience with heavy machinery and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy machinery (boring machines, cable plows) to install fiber and utility lines.
• Follow safety manuals and maintain crew safety.
• Support field infrastructure projects in varied locations.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Outdoor work

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Tools

Backhoes

Trenchers

Skid loaders

Job description

Construction Operator# Careers## Construction OperatorApply: Kearney, NE: Full time: Posted 5 Days Ago: JR100118It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.**We’re Hiring: Construction Operator**Ready to help connect the Midwest? **Rightfiber** is looking for a skilled **Construction Operator** that isn't afraid of hard work and is **ready to travel.** **The Role:** You’ll be the engine behind our infrastructure projects—operating heavy machinery like boring machines and cable plows to install state-of-the-art fiber and utility lines. **What You’ll Bring:*** **Experience:** 2–5 years in the field.* **Heavy Lifter:** Ability to handle 100+ lbs and work outdoors in all conditions.* **Equipment Pro:** Expertise with backhoes, trenchers, and skid loaders.* **Safety Mindset:** A commitment to following safety manuals and looking out for your crew. ### Rightfiber, formerly Great Plains Communications, is built on a legacy of delivering reliable connectivity while embracing a bold vision for the future. Backed by Grain Management, Rightfiber brings together two companies with more than a century of experience each to create one of the nation’s largest privately held fiber broadband platforms. Serving more than 400 communities across 20 states, Rightfiber delivers fast, reliable fiber internet and technology solutions to nearly 300,000 homes and businesses.### While our brand is new, our commitment remains the same – providing dependable service, personalized local support, ongoing investment in our fiber network, and meaningful connections that strengthen the communities we serve.