Operator II Nashville

Stansell Electric Company; Tennessee; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Stansell Electric Company is seeking an Operator II for its Nashville office. This role involves assisting in the installation and repair of electrical systems and requires hands-on experience with various equipment. Ideal candidates will have completed qualified apprenticeship classes and possess a strong commitment to safety and quality standards.

Benefits

Health insurance

401k with Generous Match

Flexible Spending Account options

Short Term and Long-Term Disability insurance

Qualifications

• Must have 2,000-4,000 hours of on-the-job experience.
• Enrolled in qualified (ABC or factory) classes.
• Able to operate entry-level equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assists in installation and repair of electrical systems.
• Operates various construction equipment under supervision.
• Maintains a clean and organized work environment.

Skills

Directional Drill Operation

Pressure Digger Operation

Excavation Skills

Lifting and Rigging

Maintenance Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Excavator

Crane

Power Threading Equipment

Job description

Since 1940, Stansell Electric Company, Inc. has been a leading provider of quality electrical contracting and related services. Today, Stansell Electric continues as a family-owned company with second and third generations carrying the legacy. The core values of the company: Quality, Customer Satisfaction, Enjoyment, Care for Employees, Honesty, and Investing in Resources; are the ultimate legacy established over 80 years ago and carried on by the amazing team today.

How Stansell Makes a Difference

ByGrowing our People, Serving our Customers, and Building our Communities,we stand out as the leading multi-disciplined electrical contractor and systems integrator in the Southeast. Stansell Electric provides turnkey solutions in the Transportation (Lighting, Signalization, ITS, Navigation), Industrial (Water, Wastewater, Manufacturing/Warehouse, Power), Commercial (High-rise, High-end complexes), and Infrastructure (Duct bank, Substation) markets.

We take pride in our unwavering commitment to Injury Free, Best Tradespeople, and Quality; while building relationships with Owners, Contractors, Architects, Engineers, and other Subcontractors. We have a strong people-first culture, a record-setting safety record, and we leverage technology to enhance the effectiveness of project delivery.

Who You’ll Work With

About the Position

The Operator II works out of Stansell Electric’s Nashville office, assisting in all aspects of in the installation, alteration, addition, and/or repair of electrical systems, conductors, and associated materials and equipment on any type of project. The Operator II must be enrolled in qualified (ABC or factory) classes and has between 2,000 and 4,000 hours of actual on-the-job experience, with at least 750 hours of that operating equipment commensurate to the satisfactory completion of position’s primary duties and responsibilities. Advancement opportunities are available by advancing to more senior positions or through transfer to skilled trades.

How You’ll Make a Difference

• Helps in securing, relocating and organizing materials, small tools, and equipment from and back to appropriate storage areas.
• Keeps work area and equipment clean by collecting and disposing of scrap, excess materials, and refuse.
• Keeps equipment, tools and material clean and organized.
• Assists in pulling wire, lifting, shoveling, raking, hoisting, and positioning materials.
• May operate less complicated hand tools and equipment under direct supervision of a foreman or senior operator.
• Digs trenches by use of hand tools and equipment.
• Operates directional drill, pressure digger, rock wheel, digger derrick, and crane proficiency.
• Assists in mounting strapping, placing and burying conduit.
• Assists more senior personnel in less complicated electrical installations, connections, and terminations under close supervision.
• Performs other project related duties and assignments as instructed by supervisor.
• Meets attendance standards and complies with late/absence notification procedures.
• DOES NOT WORK ON ENERGIZED CIRCUITS OR EQUIPMENT.
• Helps keep equipment maintained daily.
• Performs all tasks in a timely manner.
• Understand and follow jobsite directions and instructions, both written and verbal.
• Comprehends and abides by Stansell Electric customer policies, procedures, and safety guidelines. Reports all violations to immediate supervisor.
• Understand/Perform other project related duties and assignments as instructed by supervision.
• Read and interpret maps and instructional manuals.
• Keep equipment maintained daily.
• Bend conduit with hand benders and heaters.
• Assist in the operation of power threading equipment.
• Lead daily huddles to ensure crew understands expectations.
• Apply and ensure the proper use of Injury Free principles.
• Teach Operator 1 and laborers to operate entry-level equipment when necessary.
• Make basic field level repairs if needed.
• Work independently and guide day-to-day work of laborers and Operator 1's.

Smarts, Skills, and Physical Requirements

• Operates directional drill (DD), pressure digger (PD), digger derrick, 30K+ excavator, and/or crane proficiently
• Wearing personal tool belt at all times on the job. The waist tool belt as worn weighs approximately 30 pounds with tool pouch, tools, and nail bags.
• Constantly moving about on the feet.
• Completing a full day’s assignments involving one or more of the following: bending, stooping, squatting, crawling, climbing, kneeling, balancing, pushing, pulling, reaching over head, and repetitive use of arms, hands, and fingers.
• Digging trenches and excavations, either by use of hand tools or power equipment.
• Operating two handed tools/equipment such as cable cutters, hammer drills, compression tools, and jack hammers.
• Transitioning from employee parking area or street into construction work areas and to access all levels of the building, even if the only means of access is by O.S.H.A. approved site construction ladder or stairs still under construction, but acceptable for use.
• Wearing all personal protective equipment at all times as required by the specific task; eye and face protection, steel toe leather work boots, hand protection, head protection, respirator, arc flash protection, etc.
• Climbing and working from all types of ladders; step ladders up to 14’, “A” frame ladders, and all size extension ladders. Capable of carrying and relocating up to a 12’ step ladder by oneself.
• Operating company vehicles with manual or automatic transmission.
• Utilizing construction site sanitary facilities (Porta-Johns).
• Working a 40-hour work week, with overtime and off-hour shifts as required.
• Personal weight including tool pouch, tools, nail bags, and tool belt must not exceed 300 lbs., weight limit of a class 1A ladder.
• Possession of good hearing, normal or corrected.
• Possession of good vision, normal or corrected.
• Positive identification of wiring colors.
• Demonstrates the requirements of lifting and rigging for all applicable equipment.
• Be able to select the right equipment for a given task.
• Assess site conditions to ensure that equipment is properly set up.

Education

• High School Diploma or GED

Experience

An Operator Two is an equipment apprentice who is enrolled in qualified (ABC or factory) classes and has between 2,000 and 4,000 hours of actual on-the-job experience with at least 750 hours of that operating equipment.

• Able to operate a Directional Drill, Pressure Digger, Digger Derrick, 30k+ excavator, and entry-level equipment.
• Understand and operate equipment within the capability, limitations, and functionality of the machine.
• Know and follow the inspection of routine maintenance of the equipment.

Additional Information

Pay based on qualifications and current market

• Health insurance
• Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account options
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability insurance provided
• 401k with Generous Match

As a Federal Contractor, it is the policy of Stansell Electric Company to assure that applicants are employed, and that applicants are treated during employment, without regard to their race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability.

An Equal Opportunity Employer / Minorities & females encouraged to apply.

TN Drug Free Workplace conducting pre-employment, post-accident and random drug screening.

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