Equipment Operator (Milliken, CO) #EG095

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The Equipment Operator perform a variety of tasks, operating various types of equipment primarily related to the construction of telecommunications and a Fiber-to-the Home (FTTH) Network. This position will operate heavy to light excavation equipment like HDD (Horizontal Directional Drill) as well as place and bury fiber pathways, including operation of horizontal/directional drill rigs, locating equipment and product support equipment.

Responsibilities

  • Operates excavation equipment for installation of underground telecommunications cable conduit, including fiber optic cable.
  • Prepares construction sites for building, demolition, or excavation.
  • Transports tools and other construction equipment to and from construction sites.
  • Responsible for avoiding existing cables and digging in accordance with blueprints and designated plans.
  • Setup and cleanup of work site including traffic and pedestrian control.
  • Inspects and fuels vehicle prior to beginning shift.
  • Performs routine maintenance and repairs.
  • Reads utility locates and coordinating day lighting of these facilities.
  • Ensures all applicable permits and locates are complete and on site.
  • Operates construction equipment to facilitate alignment, movement, and adjustment of machinery to conform to grade specifications.
  • Ensuring sites are kept clean and safe.

Requirements
Education and Experience:

  • High school diploma or equivalent, and at least one (1) year experience. Vocational school

training or apprenticeship preferred.

  • On-the-job training offered. Must be available to work long periods including evenings and weekends when necessary.

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to stand, walk, sit
  • Ability to use hands to handle or feet
  • Ability to reach with hands and arms
  • Ability to climb and balance
  • Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly, and up to 100 lbs as needed
  • Ability to maintain all safety expectations
  • Works outdoors for extended periods
  • Exposed to extreme weather conditions
  • Prolonged periods of operating heavy machinery
  • Must be able to operate machinery in all weather conditions and terrains

Key Competencies, Skills, Abilities:
Extensive knowledge of heavy machinery operation and capabilities.
Ability to read building plans related to structural concrete and land grades.
Excellent mechanical skills.
Ability to follow instructions.
Ability to work as a team.
Oral communication skills.

Perks & Benefits

  • Pay Rate: $22 - $35 per hour

Additional Comments
ITG is an equal employment opportunity employer. ITG’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. ITG also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also ITG’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Pay: $22.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k) matching
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off

Application Question(s):

  • Are you able to lift up to 50 lbs regularly, and up to 100 lbs as needed
  • Are you able to read and understand Blueprints
  • Ability to stand, walk, sit for longer hours

Experience:

  • HDD (Horizontal Directional Drill): 1 year (Required)
  • Telecommunication: 1 year (Required)
  • Drilling and locating: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

  • Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: On the road

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