Heavy Equipment Operator- Utility Construction - JKL Associates

PUSH, Inc.; Wisdom (MT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401K with company match

Job summary

PUSH, Inc., a premier telecom infrastructure contractor, is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to safely operate backhoes, excavators and cable plows on fiber/cable projects across rural and urban sites. The role requires field digging experience around utilities, ability to read prints, and willingness to train others.

CDL preferred and willingness to travel. Safety comes first in all tasks and teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

• Field experience with digging operations around utilities.
• Experience operating utility construction equipment including but not limited to backhoe, mini excavator, cable plow, or track hoe.
• Ability to read prints and schematics.
• Willingness to travel and work extended periods.
• Valid driver’s license; CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Field experience with digging operations in rural and urban areas around utilities.
• Operate equipment including backhoe, mini excavator, cable plow, or track hoe.
• Provide training and assistance to co-workers learning to be operators.
• Perform routine labor as required (potholing, setup of equipment, conduit/duct/cable placement).
• Assist with all aspects of the job including basic labor responsibilities.

Skills

Field digging experience

Equipment operation experience

Mentoring/training teammates

Ability to read prints/schematics

Valid Driver’s License/CDL preferred

Tools

Backhoe

Mini excavator

Cable plow

Track hoe

Job description

TheHeavy Equipment Operatoris responsible for safely and efficiently operating assigned equipment used to install fiber-optic cable, copper cable, coaxial cable, single and three phase power cable and possibly sewer or water facilities. This position will assist with all aspects of the job requiring operation of both smaller and larger scale heavy equipment along with possible or occasional basic labor duties. Must have field experience digging with heavy equipment preferably around utilities in rural and urban areas, experience reading prints and schematics and the ability to train and mentor other team members.

JKL Associates Inc., a Division of PUSH Inc. is a privately owned premier communications and power utility contractor who has been providing telecom infrastructure for 50 years through its dedicated team members who have integrity and continually strive for excellence. The PUSH Inc. Corporate Office is located in Rice Lake, Wisconsin.

Physical and Environmental Factors:

• Ability to work outdoors and to work in all types of outdoor weather.
• Ability to walk, sit, stand, bend, twist, stoop, push, pull, carry, and lift as needed.
• Ability to coordinate eyes, hands, feet, and limbs in performing skilled movement.
• Ability to travel and be away from home for extended periods of time.
• 100% Field.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

• Field experience with digging operations in rural and urban areas around utilities.
• Responsible for daily maintenance on construction equipment used.
• Ability to operate equipment, including but not limited to backhoe, mini excavator, cable plow, or track hoe.
• Successfully excavate around existing utilities.
• Provide training and assistance to co-workers learning to be operators.
• Perform routine labor (potholing, set-up of equipment, conduit/duct/cable placement, set pedestals) as required.
• Drive tow vehicle hauling equipment to and around job site.
• Assist with all aspects of the job including basic labor responsibilities.

Education and/or Experience:

• Work Experience: This person should have demonstrated field experience with digging operations around utilities in rural and urban areas. Must have experience operating utility construction equipment including but not limited to backhoe, mini excavator, cable plow, or track hoe.
• Industry Knowledge:General knowledge of utility construction procedures, including print reading. In addition, have knowledge of or be familiar with all procedures and associated tools and equipment necessary to install underground utilities in the most effective, safe, and profitable manner.

Requirements:

• Valid Driver’s License, Class A CDL preferred.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment screenings.
• Demonstrated field experience operating backhoe, mini excavator, cable plow, or track hoe around utilities.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Willingness to learn.
• Ability to maintain equipment and hand tools.
• Ability to read, comprehend and carry out instructions.
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Abide all company and manufacturer safety procedures and industry safety standards, in addition to attending mandatory safety meetings.

Benefits of Joining the PUSH Team:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability – Industry Leading!
• Free Teladoc, No-Cost Care Options
• 401K with Company Match up to 3%
• Competitive pay, weekly checks
• Paid PTO and Holidays
• Bonus Potential
• Training & Advancement Opportunities
• Apprenticeship Opportunities
• In-house CDL Program
• Referral Bonus Program
• And Much More!

Push, Inc is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEOC/M/F/D/V)