Equipment Operator - Des Moines, IA
$25 - $29 per hourTD&I Cable Maintenance, Inc.
Job Description
Job Description
Description:
The Equipment Operator is proficient in the operations of underground utility equipment (ex. horizontal directional drill, vibratory plow, excavators, skid steer).
They must possess excavation knowledge on OSHA regulations and safe excavation practices – benching, shoring, and excavating around live underground utilities.
This role works closely with the Foreman on identifying potential hazards in excavation and conducts job site analysis. Often fills in for the Foreman when the Foreman is required to be off site.
Responsibilities:
- Ensure maintenance/safe operation of the assigned equipment
- Works closely with Foreman and crew
- Ability to identify underground utilities and the underground utility locate markings
- Understands and can interpret safe excavations practices on assigned projects
- Upon qualifying for a DOT Medical Card, assist and operate combinations of commercial vehicles and trailers over 10,000 LBS
- Additionally, if operating commercial vehicle and trailer combinations over 26,000 LBS, drivers are required to have and maintain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with a tanker endorsement, per FMCSA/DOT guidelines
Requirements:
- Proven experience as a utility construction Equipment Operator
- In-depth knowledge of construction procedures, equipment, OSHA, and FMCSA/DOT guidelines
- Translate and troubleshoot design prints, locate tickets, and permits
- Excellent organizational and leadership skills
- Ability to communicate and report effectively, problem solving abilities
- Good physical condition and stamina
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 - $29.00 per hour depending on experience
Expected hours: 40 – 70 per week
Vacancy posted a month ago
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