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Equipment Operator

Full-time Employee


Texas

Grand Pairie, TX

Job Description

Job Description and Responsibilities :
Job Summary: The Equipment Operator is responsible for operating a multitude of different equipment required for underground construction.



Primary Responsibilities:


Complete Trenching, Potholes, set Pedestals, Vaults, Manholes, & Grounding

Maintain equipment by greasing zert fittings and checking fluids daily

Inspect equipment for wear or damage and complete equipment reports on all equipment used every day

Operate Mini Excavators, Hydro Vacs, Back Hoe, Skid Steer/ Loader and Trencher- Plows of various sizes.

Clear brush and dig up utility lines

Operate line location instruments and leak detection instruments when necessary

Prepare sketches for field notes in construction layouts and as-built

Walk out jobsite to plan construction path around existing utility locates, reads the locate paint or flags used by utility locators and looks for signs of un-located utilities

Ensures all trench and potholes are to required depth at all times

Maintains inventory, equipment, supplies and assigned vehicle

Maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work

All other duties as assigned

Requirements :
Education:


High school diploma or G.E.D. plus 3 years of experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience




Experience:


Knowledge of highway traffic control standards

Knowledge of operation and maintenance of all equipment

Knowledge of health and safety regulations, practices and procedures

Knowledge of reading and interpreting AT&T and/or CATV design prints




Technical Skills:


Ability to read and interpret construction and engineering plans

Ability to research land and plat information and communicate design prints

Ability to accurately sketch and record field notes and computations for as-builts

Ability to perform and/or instruct entry level skills and practices as required




Soft Skills:


Ability to read, comprehend and carry out instructions

Effective listening, interacting and writing skills

Ability to multi-task and work in a fast paced environment

Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills




Physical Requirements:


A valid driver’s class A license is required or ability to acquire within 90 days

Must be able to pass pre-employment screening that includes background and drug testing

Individuals must have a valid driver’s license and driving record meeting the company policy conditions

Must be in good physical condition with the ability to stoop, crawl, bend at the knees and waist, squat and lift 80 lbs; includes body weight, equipment, tools and boxes

Must be able to stand for long periods of time on varied surfaces

Position requires working outdoors in all types of weather and in close proximity to vehicular traffic

May be required to work long and unpredictable hours




EOE

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