Outside Plant Construction - Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary:

The Outside Plant Construction – Operator will be the individual responsible for operating Highline construction machinery to build Highline’s Fiber Network in various areas of the Michigan Upper Peninsula. 

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Operate a combination of horizontal directional bore, ride-on plow, and mini excavator in collaboration with the locator to successfully install fiber optic systems.
• Read and understand utilitylocatesand above ground utility indicators to ensure the safety of the crew anda high levelof productivity.
• Read and understand construction prints and drawings to ensure proper installation of fiber optic network with regards topermittingstandards and quality.
• Understand and adhere to safe work zone practices within public or private rights-of-way,in accordance withNESC code, 811 guidelines, and all permitting entities.
• Transport heavy equipment to and from the job site each day
• Troubleshootproblems as theyarise in the field.
• Other duties as assigned. 

Competencies:

• Willingness to learn, adhere to, andcomply withHighline safety standards.
• 2 years of utility directional drilling operating experience with Ditchwitch or Vermeer equipment
• 2 years of ride-on plow and mini excavator operating experience
• Experience with operating and performing light maintenance of aDitchwitchor Vermeer drill.
• Demonstratedtrack recordof completing work witha high levelof quality.
• Ability to solve difficult technical problems. 
• Thrives in a hands-on, manual labor work environment.

• Must have valid Class A CDL with a clean driving record.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolongedperiodsworking outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Must be able tolift upto 50 pounds at times.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment screenings (Drug and Background) including Random Quarterly testing.

Highline Services, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.