OSP Fiber - Heavy Equipment Operator

AMG TECHNOLOGY INVESTMENT GROUP LLC; Springtown (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee discount

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job summary

Nextlink is a Texas-based service provider seeking a full-time heavy equipment operator to support FTTH and ROW fiber projects. You will maintain equipment, follow leadership instructions, and ensure safety and quality across outdoor worksites.

The role requires experience with heavy machinery, the ability to work outdoors in all seasons, and a willingness to travel up to 50%. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) and PTO.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Past experience operating heavy equipment is required.
• Ability to work outdoors in all seasons and environments.
• Must pass drug screening and background checks.
• DOT Medical Card or ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment for FTTH and ROW fiber projects.
• Maintain equipment in working order and report issues.
• Follow job instructions provided by leadership and ensure safety and quality.
• Inspect completed work and ensure professional results.
• Travel up to 50% and work in outdoor environments.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Outdoor work in all seasons

Safety conscious

Drug screening

Criminal background check

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Company Overview

We are a Hudson Oaks, Texas-based Internet Service Provider (ISP) delivering High Speed Internet and Voice Services throughout multiple states to residential, business, K-12 Education and government customers. We believe there is much more to an internet company than just delivering cost-effective internet solutions; we believe in delivering an overall customer experience that our competitors simply cannot match. Responsible for the operation and maintenance of equipment for utility trenching and backfill.

Essential Functions

• Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Operate heavy equipment for FTTH and ROW fiber projects
• Maintain the equipment in working order and report any issues
• Implement and follow through with job instructions provided by leadership
• Ensure safety and quality control requirements at your sites
• Responsible for loading, unloading, chain binding, and transporting heavy equipment
• Inspect completed work to ensure all work is done professionally
• Analyzing situations accurately and adopt an appropriate course of action
• Communicating orally and in writing
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

• Work with basic hand tools
• Ability to lift/pull heavy equipment
• Comfortable with working in the outdoor elements through all seasons
• Must have past job experience operating heavy equipment
• Must be able to adapt in a high stress and fast paced environment
• Must have a team-oriented mentality and be safety conscious
• Must pass a drug screening test and a criminal background check
• Must be able to obtain a DOT Medical Card

Education and Experience

High school diploma or GED equivalent required Recent experience working in the outdoor elements through all seasons

Work Environment/Hazards

• Working in outdoor elements such as cold, hot, precipitation, and wind
• In proximity of heavy machinery and moving vehicles
• Use of heavy machinery
• High noise level
• Use of PPE

Physical Demands

• Stationary position for 8-10 hours a day
• Frequently moving, transporting, positioning objects of 50 pounds or more
• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffoldings, ramps, poles, and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms.
• Frequently required to use hand and power tools

Working Hours/Days

Monday through Friday (possible weekends on occasion) Full Time Overtime as needed

Travel Requirements

50% travel required Overnight as needed

Job Type

Full-time

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Affirmative Action (AAP/EEO Statement)

Nextlink is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

Drug Free Workplace

Nextlink intends to provide a safe work environment that will help protect the safety, health and well-being of all employees. Therefore, we are committed to an alcohol and drug-free workplace.

Why Work For Nextlink?

We bring the high-speed Internet and phone experience to the underserved markets of Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, Nebraska, Iowa and Illinois. We make a difference in the lives of everyone we serve, whether it is an online student, a work-at-home family, or large enterprises such as ISDs, higher education, or government entities.

Benefits

• Full-time work with overtime available
• Employer paid medical, dental, and vision
• 401K with a match
• Training provided
• Career advancement opportunities
• Paid time off and holidays
• Voluntary life insurance
• Referral bonus program