What are the responsibilities and job description for the Micro Trench Equipment Operator position at Tilson?
Date Posted:
01/24/2025
Location:
Chandler, AZ
Job Category:
General Application
Salary Interval:
Hourly
Pay Range:
$24.00 - $33.00
Application Instructions
Tilson is on a mission to build America's information infrastructure and we are seeking individuals from across the country to join us. Recognized on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies in the U.S. for 14 years in a row, Tilson is a high growth team of driven professionals with a national practice. We build high-performing teams who take on the largest and most impactful projects for our clients.
Position Description
Tilson is seeking a Micro Trench Equipment Operator to join our team. This position will operate various types of mechanical equipment including mini skid steers, mini articulating loaders, hydro-vacuum excavators, mini excavators, trenchers, vibrating plows and other types of underground construction related equipment. Tilson Equipment Operators will be required to safely operate equipment around live utilities in the underground/telecom utility field. Candidate must have full knowledge of underground fiber installation operations and must be a capable and proficient equipment operator in the telecom space. The ideal candidate will be safety focused, customer and quality oriented, with a strong work ethic and a positive, CAN-DO attitude.
Responsibilities:
- Ensure locates are correct and all underground utilities are identified and located before digging
- Safely and efficiently operate Tilson equipment involved in underground construction work
- Never dig around or near utilities without a spotter in position
- Constantly communicate with crew members
- Ensure potholes are dug and utilities are daylighted prior to crossing utilities
- Maintain accuracy in all reporting functions
- Assist with safety events and is constantly on the lookout for changing conditions
- Assist Laborers with hand digging, potholing, handhole installation and restoration work when needed
- Performs other related duties as assigned by the Crew Lead or Foreman
- Ensure equipment is in proper working order and that all systems are working correctly
- Performing basic upkeep and maintenance of the equipment and communicate any equipment malfunctions or repair needs with their supervisor
- Communicate with fellow team members using hand or audio signals, to ensure the safe operation of Tilson equipment
- Operate other hand and power tools of all types: powerbrooms, earth tampers, concrete saws, cement mixers, and various other equipment and tools
Position Requirements
Qualifications:
- Experience operating underground construction equipment such as those describe above, required
- OSHA 10 and Flagger certification, preferred
- CDL A and tanker endorsement preferred
Must be at least 21 years of age to meet Tilson’s driving eligibility requirements.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Tilson provides a comprehensive benefits package emphasizing choice, health, wellness, and financial security. Upon starting, employees can select from various medical plans, along with vision and dental insurance. The package also includes a 401(k) with company contributions, an HSA with generous employer contributions, industry-leading parental and military leave, and more. Additionally, Tilson offers new hires a time-off package that includes 10 holidays, 10 vacation days, 5 sick days, and up to 5 paid days off for hazardous weather, with additional time off based on tenure.
We accomplish our mission with a team of experts working collaboratively on meaningful, impactful projects for our clients. Our team environment fosters intellectual curiosity, motivates employees, and cultivates talented people who work with purpose, mastery and autonomy. We strive to listen to our clients, partner with them as a team, and accept their goals as our own.
Tilson believes in Safety, Composure, Respect, Accountability, Professionalism, and Integrity. To learn more about Tilson, the benefits we offer and our values, we invite you explore our website or visit our LinkedIn, Glassdoor, or Facebook pages for an inside glimpse at our culture.
Tilson is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action employer.
Salary : $24 - $33
