Traveling Excavator Operator for Fiber Installations

National OnDemand, Inc.; Rock Springs (WY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical insurance

Dental

Vision

Short/Long-term disability

Life insurance

EAP

401(k)

Job summary

National OnDemand, Inc. is a leading communications and utilities infrastructure provider offering turnkey solutions in the United States.

The role involves operating directional drills and related equipment to install UG plant facilities, setting up equipment, and coordinating with the crew across multiple project sites. Travel to other project sites in different states may be required, up to short-term assignments.

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating directional drills is required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Combination of technical training and/or relevant experience.
• Previous experience in a construction environment is preferred.
• Must be able to meet the physical requirements.
• Flexibility to work nights and weekends, if necessary.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions.
• Valid driver's license.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Must pass drug, background, DOT, and MVR screenings.

Responsibilities

• Operate directional drills, mini-excavators, and other equipment to install UG plant facilities.
• Set up job equipment and reel trailers proficiently.
• Perform utility exposes (potholing) and understand the utility locate process.
• Locate other utilities as needed and maintain clearances from other utilities, ground, road, highway, sidewalk, and non-pedestrian areas.
• Transport, handle, and place conduits in a proper manner.
• Properly transport and install fiber reels.
• Install fiber cables in conduits following proper procedures.
• Set and secure pedestals and vaults accurately.
• Read and interpret network prints.
• Adhere to OSHA safety requirements to ensure safe and efficient completion of the job(s).
• Maintain regular phone communication throughout the workday.
• Follow directions provided by the crew leader.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Skills

Drill operation

Field work

Safety compliance

Valid driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

National OnDemand, Inc. is a leading communications and utilities infrastructure provider offering turnkey solutions in the United States.

The role involves operating directional drills and related equipment to install UG plant facilities, setting up equipment, and coordinating with the crew across multiple project sites. Travel to other project sites in different states may be required, up to short-term assignments.