Traveling Equipment Operator

Republic of Green; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Traveling Equipment Operator, where you'll operate specialized machinery for installing phone and internet infrastructure. Enjoy benefits like weekly pay, paid lodging, and comprehensive insurance. This role offers growth and community engagement.

Benefits

Weekly Paychecks

Paid lodging and per diem

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Insurance (medical, dental, vision)

401(k) with Company Match

Stock Purchase Plan

Education Reimbursement

Legal Insurance

Discounts on gym memberships

Qualifications

• Ability to follow instructions and use small tools.
• Strong troubleshooting and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate trenching or digging equipment safely and efficiently.
• Install and maintain underground fiber optic and telecommunications cabling.
• Establish safety perimeters with signage, cones, and barriers.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Communication

Safety-conscious attitude

Education

Valid CDL

Tools

Small tools

Job description

Discover a more connected Equipment Operator career at TelCom Construction. As a Traveling Equipment Operator on our team, you'll operate and maintain specialized machinery for installing phone and internet infrastructure, ensuring safety and functionality throughout the process.

Benefits include:

• Weekly Paychecks
• Paid lodging and per diem for overnight travel
• Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Holidays
• Insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs, disability, life)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Education Reimbursement
• Class A CDL Licensure program
• Legal Insurance
• Discounts on gym memberships, pet insurance, and more

Key responsibilities:

1. Operate trenching or digging equipment safely and efficiently on various jobsites, including plow, backhoe/excavator, rock saw, dozer/lead tractor, and tractor trailer.
2. Install and maintain underground fiber optic and telecommunications cabling.
3. Restore and landscape disturbed areas of the site.
4. Dig pits, trenches, and potholes as directed, crossing utilities by hand or mechanical tools.
5. Set up and clean up the job site, including load/unload tools and materials.
6. Establish safety perimeters with signage, cones, and barriers, possibly directing traffic.

Qualifications:

• Ability to follow instructions and use small tools.
• Valid CDL with a good driving record.
• Strong troubleshooting and communication skills.
• Safety-conscious attitude.
• Ability to work overtime and travel extensively.

Preferred skills and physical requirements:

• Previous construction or utility experience.
• Ability to interpret utility maps and read prints.
• Physical ability to lift up to 100 lbs, work in various weather conditions, and wear safety gear.

Join us for a career that offers growth, purpose, and community. Apply via our careers page. We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.