Equipment Operator-Underground Construction

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As an Equipment Operator-UG Construction, you will operate UG construction equipment required to perform the installation, maintenance, relocation, or repair of UG telecommunications network infrastructure. Responsibilities include operating various equipment, performing job site analysis, ensuring proper clearances, and maintaining equipment safety standards, with specific duties varying based on position level. Position leveling ranges from Equipment Operator-UG to Equipment Operator III-UG, based on experience and certifications.

• Operate various equipment including mini‑excavator, skid steer, and directional bore machine for the installation or maintenance of underground utilities.
• Properly clean and maintain equipment: check fluid levels, conduct visual inspections, perform pre‑trip and post‑trip inspections and reports.
• Perform job site analysis and site walks, confirm trench/bore paths per requirements and regulations.
• Ensure proper clearances are in place to install products per industry standards and company policies; correctly identify location of all existing utilities on job sites.
• Complete work functions as directed by project lead and leadership.
• Provide instructions to other personnel on site when project lead is not present, as directed by leadership.
• Provide effective training & guidance to less experienced team members as needed.
• Load, unload, and transport excavation equipment to/from job sites.
• Demonstrate knowledge of Midco’s safety program by enforcing safety rules and procedures, wearing appropriate safety apparel and operating all equipment safely.
• Operate and drive a company vehicle in compliance with all Midco policies and procedures, ensuring safety, efficiency, and adherence to traffic laws.
• Model Midco’s mission, vision, values, ethos, and Leadership Success Drivers, inspiring others to do the same.
• Ensure customer privacy by adhering to Midco’s privacy guidelines while actively following Midco policies.
• Maintain reliable and predictable attendance as required by the position.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) or a minimum of 2 years of equivalent work experience.
• Complete Construction First Time Right certification within 60 days of hire and consistently apply principles in all aspects of work.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license with a clean driving record; a DUI conviction within the past 5 years results in disqualification.
• Must develop working knowledge of construction, the National Electrical Code, OSHA regulations, state and local regulations and general safety standards.

• Prior experience working on the installation of underground telecommunications or utility infrastructure.

Position leveling will be assigned congruent to experience and training:

• Equipment Operator - UG
  Two years’ experience as a Laborer working on the installation of underground telecommunications or utility infrastructure.
  Less than one year experience operating equipment used in the installation of telecommunications infrastructure.
  Directional Bore, skid‑steer, and mini‑excavator operation competency obtained.
  Equipment Maintenance and Safety Check compliance requirements met.
• Equipment Operator I - UG
  Equipment Operator requirements met.
  Two years in role or equivalent experience.
  Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement preferred.
  Excavation and Trenching Certification required.
  Read and interpret site plans, construction drawings and SOW.
• Equipment Operator II - UG
  Equipment Operator I requirements met.
  Four years in role or equivalent experience.
  Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement.
  Demonstrate ability to learn new equipment as project needs evolve.
  Ability to efficiently manage a jobsite.
• Equipment Operator III - UG
  Equipment Operator II requirements met.
  Six years in role or equivalent experience.
  Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement.
  Possess the ability to learn new equipment quickly and safely.

Experience as jobsite lead required.

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