What are the responsibilities and job description for the Heavy Equipment Operator position at Regulus IT Solutions?
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
The Heavy Equipment Operator will be using equipment such as mini-excavators, trenchers, plows, and reel trailers to perform duties of installation, operation, repair, and maintenance of Telecommunications outside plant including fiber, copper and coax. Daily work will involve traveling to different jobsite locations, survey, plan and execute placing client facilities.
WHAT YOU GET TO DO
- Reviewing blueprints or other plans to determine where and how to place plants.
- Analyze job locations for utility lines, permitting, and traffic control to complete construction activities without quality defects, safety incidents or any type of property damage.
- Read and understand utility locations and above ground indicators to ensure the safety of the crew and a high level of productivity.
- Complete daily inspections and reporting of maintenance issues on vehicles, trailers, and equipment.
- Perform service, safety checks, check oil and fluids, and minor repairs on equipment.
- Perform construction work such as digging holes, setting handholes/peds and placing duct to poles.
- Strive for optimal production while working safely and performing quality work.
- Ensures all work is performed to quality standard while always complying with proper safety standards/procedures and work practices/policies & procedures according to EPC and OSHA/ANSI standards.
- Maintain quality and cleanliness of tools, equipment, and vehicles.
WHAT WILL HELP YOU STAND OUT
- High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Valid U.S. Driver’s License
- Knowledge of reading prints.
- Working knowledge of telecommunications preferred.
- Ability to operate equipment, including, but not limited to power tools, electronic testing equipment, air compressor and heavy equipment such as bucket truck etc.
- Must have the ability to work safely, with or without supervision.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Prior experience identifying above or below ground utilities or hazards.
- Experience operating excavators, trenchers, or plows.
- Prior knowledge of overseeing and maintaining respective equipment.
WHAT WE ARE OFFERING
- Full-time, permanent opportunity in a fast-growth company!
- Opportunity to work autonomously. None of that micromanaging garbage. We hate that!
- Competitive pay
- Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision)
- Retirement plan with company match
- Company paid time-off
- Weekly paychecks!
- Career development and growth opportunities
WHAT TO EXPECT
- Outdoors environment which may require exposure to elements, including but not limited to wind, rain, heat, cold, snow, sleet, mud, etc.
- May be required to stand, sit, bend, twist, and reach as part of the job.
- Extended periods of standing on your feet may be required.
- May be required to lift up to 80 pounds.
- Must be able to pass a background check, drug screen, or other job-related pre-hire screenings related to the job.
- Extended overnight travel may be required up to 75% of the time.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.83 - $27.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $27
