Operator Telecom Construction Equipment

Job Title:

Operator Telecom Construction Equipment

Job Location (Short):
Santee, CA

Workplace Type:
Field

Employment Type:

Hourly

At VCI Construction, LLC as an Equipment Operator on our Telecom Construction team, you’ll use and take care of special machines for putting in phone and internet infrastructure, making sure everything works right and stays safe while doing the job.

• Weekly Paychecks
• Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Holidays
• 401(k) w/ Company Match
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Education Reimbursement
• Legal Insurance
• Discounts on gym memberships, pet insurance, and much more!

• You will safely operate drill equipment on jobsite which may include but not limited to the following:
  Directional Drill, Backhoe / Excavator, Skid Steer, Tractor Trailer (Moving Equipment / Haul Water), Vacuum Truck/Trailer

Safely operate and control assigned equipment

Dig pits, trenches or potholes as directed by job plan

Responsible for the site set‑up and clean‑up

Load and unload tools, materials and equipment from truck

Set up a safety perimeter

Perform work in all weather conditions

You will restore and/or landscape disturbed areas of the jobsite

You will develop and maintain a bore schedule

You will be responsible for the site set‑up and clean‑up

You will load and unload tools, materials and equipment on truck

You will be involved in new site Job Safety Analysis – JSA prior to starting construction

You will set up safety perimeter using signage, cones and safety barriers and at times flagging traffic

Other duties as assigned

• Experienced with drilling equipment, proficient in using utility locators, and capable of maintaining a safe work environment.
• Six months of supervised equipment operation experience
• Previous construction or utility experience is a plus.
• Experience with drill set up and design processes, is preferred
• Authorization to work in the United States for this company
• High School Diploma, GED equivalent, or relevant work experience
• Valid State driver's license (cannot be Provisional), including an acceptable driving record long driving and sitting required.
• Able to work in all weather conditions, lift 50 lbs regularly (up to 75 lbs as needed), climb ladders/machinery, and work overtime/weekends/on-call.
• May be exposed to dust, fumes, chemicals, moving machinery, and moderate noise levels.
• Ability to read/understand work orders and safety instructions.
• To be 18 years of age or older

• Routinely: work alone in remote locations with arms above shoulder level, operate vehicle and heavy machinery, squeeze, fine hand motions, bend, stoop, stand, walk, climb stairs and lift greater than 55 pounds
• Occasionally: work in confined spaces, use ladder, keyboard and mouse

The wage range for Operator Telecom Construction Equipment is $25.00 - $32.00.

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Our company is an equal‑opportunity employer — we are committed to providing a work environment where everyone can thrive, grow, and feel connected.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.