Field Equipment Operator – Buried Utilities & Fiber

AT&T; Opelika (AL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement program

Paid Time off and holidays

Sick leave

Paid Parental Leave

Adoption Reimbursement

Disability Benefits

Life and AD&D Insurance

Supplemental benefit programs

Employee Assistance Programs

Employee discounts on AT&T services

Job summary

AT&T in Opelika, AL is seeking a Machine Operator to install and maintain our buried service wire and related fiber/copper services. You will operate tractors and trenchers, perform repairs, and coordinate with customers and utilities while adhering to safety standards.

You will train on-the-job and have opportunities for paid training and career growth. Front-line responsibilities include equipment operation, manual digging, and using handheld devices to update status.

Qualifications

• Ability to work Monday through Friday with an 8-hour shift.
• Willing to work overtime and holidays as service conditions require.
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Lift and move objects up to 120 pounds.
• Use handheld devices to update work status and assignments.
• Hold a CDL or equivalent and drive manual shifts in some assignments.
• Maintain a DOT medical card and complete required training.
• Experience operating similar equipment is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Locate buried facilities near the route of service wire using equipment.
• Operate company vehicle with trailer and machinery.
• Perform manual excavation as needed.
• Provide repairs to low voltage utilities and sprinkler systems.
• Carry out periodic maintenance and minor repairs on equipment.
• Read and interpret simple instructions and follow safety procedures.

Skills

Safety-conscious

Overtime availability

Outdoor work

Heavy lifting 120 lbs

Equipment operation

Basic computer use

CDL or equivalent

DOT medical card

Training participation

Experience with similar equipment

Tools

Tractor/Trencher

Plow

Boring machine

Manual tools

Job description

AT&T in Opelika, AL is seeking a Machine Operator to install and maintain our buried service wire and related fiber/copper services. You will operate tractors and trenchers, perform repairs, and coordinate with customers and utilities while adhering to safety standards.

You will train on-the-job and have opportunities for paid training and career growth. Front-line responsibilities include equipment operation, manual digging, and using handheld devices to update status.