Field Utility Machine Operator Fiber & Wiring

att; Gainesville (FL); 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 up to 50% on AT&T

Job summary

AT&T in Gainesville, Florida is hiring a Machine Operator to install and maintain our network, coordinating with customers, utilities, and agencies to ensure reliable service.

You’ll operate trenchers and hand tools, perform repairs and reconnections, and carry out maintenance while following safety standards. This role requires lifting up to 120 pounds, working outdoors in all weather, and using handheld devices to update work status; comprehensive training and benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Desire to work Monday through Friday with a shift length of 8hrs.
• Ability to work mandatory overtime and holidays as service conditions require.
• Eager to work outside in all kinds of weather conditions.
• Able to utilize various types of machines and tools.
• Lift and move objects up to 120 pounds.
• Use computers including hand‑held devices to update work status and check new assignments.
• Light commercial driver’s license or equivalent required, depending on state law and be able to drive manual shift in some assignments.
• Attain and maintain a DOT medical card.
• Complete on‑the‑job and/or classroom training as required.
• Demonstrate competency in the training requirements during probationary period to satisfy qualification achievement.
• Previous operating experience with similar equipment is desirable.
• Perform the above job duties with or without "reasonable accommodation."
• May be required to go out of region/state due to workload and emergency work.

Responsibilities

• Locates buried facilities near the route of 'B' service wire using appropriate equipment.
• Locate buried facilities near the route of buried wire using appropriate equipment.
• Manual excavation utilizing a shovel.
• Provide repairs to low voltage buried utilities or sprinkler systems. Provides temporary repairs to low voltage buried utilities, sprinkler systems, and sewage field lines damaged while performing other duties.
• Periodic maintenance and non-complex repairs to equipment used in the performance of other responsibilities.
• Reads and interprets simple instructions.
• Follow established safety practices and procedures including the manufacturer's specifications for operation or use of equipment.

Skills

Lift up to 120 pounds

Operate equipment

Work outdoors in all weather

Use handheld devices

Overtime readiness

Education

CDL or equivalent

DOT medical card

Tools

Trencher/tractor operation

Manual tools

Equipment reading/interpretation

Job description

AT&T in Gainesville, Florida is hiring a Machine Operator to install and maintain our network, coordinating with customers, utilities, and agencies to ensure reliable service.

You’ll operate trenchers and hand tools, perform repairs and reconnections, and carry out maintenance while following safety standards. This role requires lifting up to 120 pounds, working outdoors in all weather, and using handheld devices to update work status; comprehensive training and benefits are provided.