Telecommunications Operator

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Roswell (NM); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hotel lodging provided by company

Meal per diem of $35/day

Overtime after 40 hours

Health coverage from day 1

401(k) with up to 4% match

Job summary

Davey Resource Group, Inc. seeks a Telecommunications Operator to drive a derrick digger truck for urban and rural telecom work in Roswell, NM. You will set poles, transport equipment, and assist with site restoration while maintaining safety and accuracy in field tasks.

The role requires a valid CDL, willingness to travel within the service territory, and full-time availability with 40–45 hours per week. Overtime opportunities and comprehensive benefits accompany the position.

Qualifications

• Candidate comfortable traveling within utility clients service territory.
• Full-time availability with 40–45 hours per week.
• Compensation based on experience and travel flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Drive and operate a derrick digger truck and 30’ pole trailer.
• Maintain a valid CDL driver’s license.
• Train others on proper operation of equipment.
• Complete paperwork, time sheets, and logs.
• Safely load, secure, transport and unload construction equipment.
• Comply with safety standards and company policies.

Skills

Travel within service territory

Full-time availability

Tools

CDL license

Job description

Company: Davey Resource Group, Inc.

Locations: Roswell, NM, Amarillo, TX, Carlsbad, NM, Dallas, TX, Fort Worth, TX, Hobbs, NM, Lubbock, TX, Midland, TX

Additional Locations: New Mexico / Texas Footprint

Work Site: On Site

Req ID: 228336

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled, safety-focused Telecommunications Operator to drive and operate heavy construction vehicles, specifically a derrick digger truck, in support of aerial and underground telecommunications construction projects. Working in both urban and rural field environments, you will be responsible for pole setting, equipment transport, site restoration, and overall line construction support.

Job Duties

Telecommunication Operator will be responsible for performing skilled equipment tasks in accordance with standard industry practices within the construction, maintenance, and operation of underground and overhead telecommunications. This position will be responsible to use various specialized construction equipment in an outside fast paced work environment.

Duties

• Drive and operate a derrick digger truck, coupled with a 30’ pole trailer.

• Maintain clean valid CDL driver’s license.

• Work with maintenance crew or assist as laborer when not operating equipment.

• Train others on proper operation of equipment.

• Operate communications devices in accordance with company policies.

• Operate company vehicle in a safe and responsible manner

• Clean, maintain, stock, and secure assigned vehicle and equipment, in accordance with company policies.

• Utilize and become proficient with tasks, tools, test equipment and information that will enhance business results.

• Adhere to industry specific, local, state and federal regulations, as applicable.

• Completes paperwork, time sheets, test results, vehicle inspection, and logs.

• Train others on proper operation of equipment.

• Visually assess digging areas to ensure that areas have been staked/located prior to digging.

• Must always comply with proper safety standards/procedures and work practices according to DRG policy or the customer's special request.

• Report all personal and vehicle accidents/incidents immediately to supervisors, cooperate and assist in the investigations.

• Assists with job site setup and clean-up as necessary.

• Operates construction equipment safely in a variety of urban and rural areas.

• Performs site restoration work.

• Safely load equipment, secure load, transport and unload construction equipment.

Qualifications

Education and Qualifications

An individual must be able to perform each essential job duty consistently and satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• The ideal candidate would be comfortable with traveling from location to location within utility clients service territory.

• Candidates must be comfortable working full time with a minimum of 40 - 45 hours per week.

• Compensation based on experience and travel flexibility.

Compensation

• Starting Rate: $22 - $25 / hour based on experience - performance-based increases

• Lodging: Hotel lodging provided by the company through CLC - no room sharing

• Meal Per Diem: $35 / day - must work minimum 6 productive hours

• Overtime : Time and a half after 40 hours / week

Additional Information

• Health Coverage : Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits are effective on Day 1 of employment with no waiting period - enrollment required within first 30 days.

• Insurance : Comprehensive Anthem BCBS medical plans with HSA option.

• Paid Time Off & Holidays : Paid Time Off based on position, plus 6 company-paid holidays per year.

• Retirement : 401(k) savings plan with up to a 4% company match after 1 year of employment.

• Employee Ownership : Opportunity to become a shareholder through our Employee Stock Purchase Plan after 6 months of employment.

• Paid Family Leave : Up to 4–6 weeks of Paid Parental Birth Leave for birth parents and 2 weeks of Paid Bonding Leave for new parents (birth, adoption, or foster care).

• Family & Childcare Support : 10% tuition discounts at The Learning Experience and KinderCare centers, plus specialized fertility support through WINFertility.

Divisional Overview

The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.

Utility Asset Management is a division of Davey Resource Group, Inc. (DRG), a Davey company. Davey has been employee-owned since 1979. Our engineering, field services, inspection, and construction teams help keep the world connected, supporting the infrastructure of our electric utility and communications partners. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental and utility infrastructure consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our people, offering industry-leading training, technology, and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.

Accommodations: If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at [e-mail] .

Employment Type: Permanent

Job Type: Full Time

Travel Expectations: Up to 100%