Telecommunications Operator

Company: Davey Resource Group, Inc.

Locations: Grand Rapids, MI, Lansing, MI, Kalamazoo, MI

Additional Locations: Statewide Michigan

Work Site: On Site

Req ID: 220823

Position Overview

We are currently looking to add a dynamic Telecommunications Operator to our passionate team of environmental professionals.

This position will travel full time throughout Central & Western Michigan.

Compensation Data

• Pay: $22-$26/hr based on direct experience PAID WEEKLY

• $175 weekly per diem

• 40-50 hour work week

• Paid travel & lodging

Job Duties

Telecommunication Operator will be responsible for performing skilled equipment tasks in accordance with standard industry practices within the construction, maintenance, and operation of underground and overhead telecommunications. This position will be responsible to use various specialized construction equipment in an outside fast paced work environment.

Duties:

• Drive and operate a derrick digger truck, coupled with a 30' pole trailer.

• Maintain clean valid CDL driver's license.

• Work with maintenance crew or assist as laborer when not operating equipment.

• Train others on proper operation of equipment.

• Operate communications devices in accordance with company policies.

• Operate company vehicle in a safe and responsible manner

• Clean, maintain, stock, and secure assigned vehicle and equipment, in accordance with company policies.

• Utilize and become proficient with tasks, tools, test equipment and information that will enhance business results.

• Adhere to industry specific, local, state and federal regulations, as applicable.

• Completes paperwork, time sheets, test results, vehicle inspection, and logs.

• Train others on proper operation of equipment.

• Visually assess digging areas to ensure that areas have been staked/located prior to digging.

• Must always comply with proper safety standards/procedures and work practices according to DRG policy or the customer's special request.

• Report all personal and vehicle accidents/incidents immediately to supervisors, cooperate and assist in the investigations.

• Assists with job site setup and clean-up as necessary.

• Operates construction equipment safely in a variety of urban and rural areas.

• Performs site restoration work.

• Safely load equipment, secure load, transport and unload construction equipment.

Qualifications

Education and Qualifications:

An individual must be able to perform each essential job duty consistently and satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• The ideal candidate would be comfortable with traveling from location to location within utility clients service territory.

• Candidates must be comfortable working full time with a minimum of 40 - 45 hours per week.

• Compensation based on experience and travel flexibility.

Additional Information

What We Offer: *

• Paid time off and paid holidays.

• Opportunities for advancement.

• All job specific equipment and safety gear provided.

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match.

• Employee-owned company and discounted stock purchase options.

• Group Health Plan.

• Employee Referral Bonus Program: Send-A-Friend.

• Locations throughout the United States in major cities and desirable areas.

• Career Development Program supported by industry expert safety specialists and skilled trainers.

• The Davey Tree Family Scholarship for children of employees.

• Charitable matching gift program.

*All listed benefits available to eligible employees.

Company Overview

DAVEY RESOURCE GROUP, a division of The Davey Tree Expert Company, is a leader in the natural resource, environmental, and forestry consulting industries throughout the United States.

Divisional Overview

?The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.

Utility Asset Management is a division of Davey Resource Group, Inc. (DRG), a Davey company. Davey has been employee-owned since 1979. Our engineering, field services, inspection, and construction teams help keep the world connected, supporting the infrastructure of our electric utility and communications partners. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental and utility infrastructure consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our people, offering industry-leading training, technology, and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there's a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.

Accommodations: If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

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Employment Type: Permanent

Job Type: Full Time

Travel Expectations: Up to 100%