Construction Operator

Great Plains Communications is looking for an experienced Construction Operator in Kearney, NE.

This position will install and replace communication or utility infrastructure according to staking sheets, maps and drawings using hand tools, construction equipment and industry experience in a manner that meets customer and company expectations.

• Meets customer and company specifications for construction.
• Reads and interprets construction staking sheets and maps.
• Listens effectively and accomplishes tasks per instructions from foreman or supervisor.
• Provides operational guidance for equipment and general construction mentoring to laborers and new employees.
• Helps ensure that property owners and One-Call have been notified prior to construction activities and that utilities have been marked appropriately.
• Ensures that an adequate supply of materials is available to perform daily work activities.
• Efficiently operates construction equipment per manufacturer’s recommendations or alternate instructions.
• Maintains, drives and operates cable plows, boring machines, trenchers, backhoes, skid loaders, tractors and trucks competently and efficiently.
• Lifts heavy loads (100 to 130 lbs.) frequently during a work shift.
• Digs with hand tools and climbs ladders on a daily basis.
• Maintains and effectively uses hand‑controlled construction tools.
• Locates underground utilities safely both manually and electronically at an efficient level.
• Follows all company safety policies and procedures as outlined in the GPUC Employee Handbook and Safety Manual.
• Reports to and leaves work or construction sites according to policy.
• Maintains a keen awareness for unsafe or hazardous working conditions and reports them per policy.
• Wears personal protective equipment and provides general PPE guidance to laborers.
• Inspects vehicles daily as required.
• Ensures work site is clear and free of debris and tripping hazards.
• Prepares documents such as time reports, expense reports, personnel data forms, CDL driver’s daily log books and vehicle condition reports, etc. as required by policy with emphasis on quality and timeliness.

High school graduate or equivalent and 2‑5 years of previous experience desired.

Competitive wage and benefits provided.

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High‑performing network, high‑performing people.

Great Plains Communications is the leading fiber‑driven technology provider in the Midwest, delivering fast, reliable solutions including high‑speed internet and a full suite of residential and business services to nearly 200 communities across Nebraska, Colorado, Iowa and Southeast Indiana. Powered by our 19,000‑mile MEF‑certified, high‑capacity network, we provide state‑of‑the‑art connectivity to homes, businesses and carriers backed by custom‑built strategies, expert engineering and local support.

What sets us apart? An unwavering commitment to customer experience. From design to deployment, maintenance and beyond, our local experts craft tailored solutions and deliver personalized, ongoing support to keep communities seamlessly connected.