Microtrench Operator - Telecommunications

Hamilton Barnes Associates Limited; Nevada (IA); On-site; USD 27,552,000 - 46,838,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision coverage

401k plan

Job summary

Hamilton Barnes Associates Limited is seeking a field technician to join our team for turnkey telecom infrastructure projects. The role involves operating microtrenching equipment, installing telecom conduits, and following strict safety and project guidelines on site.

You will work outdoors in varying weather conditions, read construction plans, and coordinate with crews to ensure trenching and conduit installation meet specifications.

Qualifications

• Experience operating microtrenching equipment preferred.
• Telecom/underground utility or civil construction experience preferred.
• Ability to read and understand basic construction plans and specifications.
• Knowledge of safe digging practices for underground utilities.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Operate microtrenching saws, trenchers, vacuum systems and related construction equipment.
• Perform microtrenching for telecommunications conduit installation.
• Maintain trench width, depth, alignment and grade.
• Follow approved construction drawings, work orders and project requirements.
• Locate and maintain awareness of existing underground utilities.
• Coordinate with the crew during trenching and conduit installation activities.
• Operate equipment safely around traffic, pedestrians, utilities and structures.
• Complete daily production reports and equipment inspection forms.

Skills

Microtrenching equipment

Construction safety

Plan reading

Underground utilities knowledge

Driver's license

Outdoor work

Job description

Looking for a role with plenty of growth opportunities?

Join a full-service integrator delivering turnkey infrastructure solutions for the telecom, cable TV, and utility industries, drawing on deep expertise in telecom fibre design and construction backed by advanced mobile workforce management and GIS integration.

Responsibilities

• Operate microtrenching saws, trenchers, vacuum systems, and related construction equipment.
• Perform microtrenching for telecommunications conduit installation.
• Maintain proper trench width, depth, alignment, and grade according to plans and specifications.
• Follow approved construction drawings, work orders, and project requirements.
• Locate and maintain awareness of existing underground utilities.
• Coordinate with the crew during trenching and conduit installation activities.
• Assist with placing and installing telecommunications conduit within the trench.
• Operate equipment safely around traffic, pedestrians, utilities, structures, and other construction activities.
• Monitor equipment performance and identify mechanical issues or potential safety problems.
• Perform routine equipment inspections, maintenance, cleaning, and lubrication.
• Assist with slurry, debris, and spoils removal as required.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas.
• Assist with restoration activities, including trench backfill, slurry/grout placement, asphalt, concrete, or other approved restoration methods.
• Follow traffic control plans and work-zone requirements.
• Use required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Follow OSHA, company, municipal, and project-specific safety requirements.
• Complete daily production reports, equipment inspection forms, and other required documentation.
• Communicate effectively with the Foreman and project management regarding production, equipment, and job-site conditions.
• Perform other construction-related duties as assigned.

Skills/Must Have

• Previous experience operating microtrenching equipment preferred.
• Telecommunications, underground utility, or civil construction experience preferred.
• Ability to read and understand basic construction plans and specifications.
• Knowledge of underground utility construction and safe digging practices.
• Ability to operate equipment in tight or congested work areas.
• Valid driver’s license preferred.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to work extended hours, weekends, or overtime when required by the project.

Benefits

• Health, vision, 401k

Salary

• up to 34/hr