Equipment Operator

Tjader & Highstrom Utility Services, LLC.; New Richmond (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking skilled heavy equipment operators for underground construction projects. This role involves operating various drilling equipment safely and effectively while ensuring job site safety and compliance. The ideal candidate will have strong troubleshooting skills and a commitment to safety. The company offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and retirement plans. Join a team that values your contributions and helps you grow in a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Savings Plan (401K)

Paid Holidays and Vacation (PTO)

Flexible Spending Accounts

Short & Long Term Disability

Stock Purchase Plan

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Prescription Plans

Qualifications

• Must have experience with drilling equipment and understand their capabilities.
• Ability to read and understand work orders and safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate drill equipment on jobsite including various machinery.
• Responsible for site set-up, clean-up, and maintaining bore schedule.

Skills

Drilling Equipment Operation

Troubleshooting Skills

Safety Consciousness

Basic Tool Usage

Reading Work Orders

Education

Valid Driver’s License

Tools

Directional Drill

Backhoe / Excavator

Skid Steer

Vacuum Truck/Trailer

Job description

We are currently offering a $1,000 sign-on bonus for all new, full time employees ($500 after 3 months, $500 after 6 months)

Overview:

This position consists of general heavy equipment operation for construction. Drilling equipment operators can operate a variety of equipment, used in installation/repair/maintenance activities associated with underground construction or utilities, in a safe and effective manner.

Responsibilities:

• Safely operates drill equipment on jobsite which may include but not limited to the following: Directional Drill, Backhoe / Excavator, Skid Steer, Tractor Trailer (Moving Equipment / Haul Water), Vacuum Truck/Trailer
• Restores and/or landscapes disturbed areas of the jobsite
• Will develop and maintain a bore schedule
• Responsible for the site set-up and clean-up
• Load and unload tools, materials and equipment on truck
• Will be involved in new site Job Safety Analysis – JSA prior to starting construction
• Setting up safety perimeter using signage, cones and safety barriers and at times flagging traffic
• Ability to follow instructions

Qualifications:

• Must be experienced with drilling equipment and understand their capabilities and limitations
• Experience with drill set up and design processes
• Basic ability to use small tools/hand tools
• Ability to read and understand work orders, safety rules and operating instructions
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check
• Must have a valid Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record
• Must be able to proficiently use locators to safely identify utilities
• Must have good troubleshooting and problem solving skills
• Must be very safety conscientious
• Must have availability to work overtime when needed

Physical Requirements:

• Climb up and down ladders, machinery, and other objects.
• Must be able to lift/carry 50 lbs as needed with or without assistance
• Duties outlined in this position will require the employee to stand, crouch, sit, bend, use hands and fingers to handle or feel as well as reaching with hands and arms to spaces both high and low. The employee will be standing, walking, climbing, balancing, crawling, crouching, lifting, holding or stooping while on shift.
• Specific vision abilities required to perform this job include but are not limited to: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus potentially near and/or far as needed.
• Employees in this job classification may be exposed to dust, fumes or other airborne pathogens.
• Employees may be exposed to toxic or corrosive chemicals as well as moving machinery parts and pieces.

Company:

Tjader and Highstrom was founded in 1945 and has evolved into a highly competitive underground utility construction firm and is located in New Richmond, Wisconsin.

Benefits Include:

• Competitive Pay
• Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Retirement Savings Plan (401K) with company matching
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Holidays and Vacation (PTO)

Applicants are required to pass all company drug testing, submit to a background check and adhere to all OSHA, state, city/municipality safety requirements and training provided by the company as required.

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Our Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind including, based on disability and protected veteran status. The Company's policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

The Company also does not consider criminal convictions to be an absolute bar to employment and will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories.

Applicants applying for positions in Illinois are not required to disclose arrests or sealed or expunged records of convictions.