Equipment Operator - Des Moines, IA

TD&I Cable Maintenance, LLC.; Des Moines, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

TD&I Cable Maintenance, LLC. is seeking an Equipment Operator in Des Moines, IA to manage underground utility equipment and ensure safe, compliant operation on job sites.

You will work with the Foreman, identify hazards, and perform site analyses while maintaining gear and respecting OSHA/FMCSA regulations. This full-time role requires strong communication and physical stamina.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a utility construction Equipment Operator.
• In-depth knowledge of construction procedures, OSHA and FMCSA/DOT guidelines.
• Translate and troubleshoot design prints, locate tickets and permits.
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills.
• Strong communication, reporting and problem-solving abilities.
• Good physical condition and stamina.

Responsibilities

• Ensure maintenance/safe operation of the assigned equipment.
• Works closely with Foreman and crew.
• Ability to identify underground utilities and locate markings.
• Understands safe excavation practices on projects.
• Assist and operate commercial vehicles over 10,000 LBS after DOT Medical Card eligibility.
• Over 26,000 LBS: CDL with tanker endorsement may be required per FMCSA/DOT.

Skills

Equipment Operator experience

OSHA/FMCSA/DOT knowledge

Reading design prints

Leadership skills

Communication & reporting

Physical stamina

Job description

The Equipment Operator is proficient in the operations of underground utility equipment (ex. horizontal directional drill, vibratory plow, excavators, skid steer).

They must possess excavation knowledge on OSHA regulations and safe excavation practices – benching, shoring, and excavating around live underground utilities.

This role works closely with the Foreman on identifying potential hazards in excavation and conducts job site analysis. Often fills in for the Foreman when the Foreman is required to be off site.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure maintenance/safe operation of the assigned equipment
• Works closely with Foreman and crew
• Ability to identify underground utilities and the underground utility locate markings
• Understands and can interpret safe excavations practices on assigned projects
• Upon qualifying for a DOT Medical Card, assist and operate combinations of commercial vehicles and trailers over 10,000 LBS
• Additionally, if operating commercial vehicle and trailer combinations over 26,000 LBS, drivers are required to have and maintain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with a tanker endorsement, per FMCSA/DOT guidelines

Requirements

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a utility construction Equipment Operator
• In-depth knowledge of construction procedures, equipment, OSHA, and FMCSA/DOT guidelines
• Translate and troubleshoot design prints, locate tickets, and permits
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills
• Ability to communicate and report effectively, problem solving abilities
• Good physical condition and stamina

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $29.00 per hour depending on experience

Expected hours: 40 – 70 per week