OSP Fiber - Heavy Equipment Operator

Company Overview
We are a Hudson Oaks, Texas-based Internet Service Provider (ISP) delivering High Speed Internet and Voice Services throughout multiple states to residential, business, K-12 Education and government customers. We believe there is much more to an internet company than just delivering cost-effective internet solutions; we believe in delivering an overall customer experience that our competitors simply cannot match.
Responsible for the operation and maintenance of equipment for utility trenching and backfill.
Essential Functions:
Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Operate heavy equipment for FTTH and ROW fiber projects
Maintain the equipment in working order and report any issues
Implement and follow through with job instructions provided by leadership
Ensure safety and quality control requirements at your sites
Responsible for loading, unloading, chain binding, and transporting heavy equipment
Inspect completed work to ensure all work is done professionally
Analyzing situations accurately and adopt an appropriate course of action
Communicating orally and in writing
Other duties as assigned
Skills:
Work with basic hand tools
Ability to lift/pull heavy equipment
Comfortable with working in the outdoor elements through all seasons
Must have past job experience operating heavy equipment
Must be able to adapt in a high stress and fast paced environment
Must have a team-oriented mentality and be safety conscious
Must pass a drug screening test and a criminal background check
Must be able to obtain a DOT Medical Card
Education and Experience:
High school diploma or GED equivalent required
Recent experience working in the outdoor elements through all seasons
Work Environment/Hazards:
Working in outdoor elements such as cold, hot, precipitation, and wind
In proximity of heavy machinery and moving vehicles
Use of heavy machinery
High noise level
Use of PPE
Physical Demands:
Stationary position for 8-10 hours a day
Frequently moving, transporting, positioning objects of 50 pounds or more
Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffoldings, ramps, poles, and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms.
Frequently required to use hand and power tools
Working Hours/Days
Monday through Friday (possible weekends on occasion)
Full Time
Overtime as needed
Travel Requirements:
50% travel required
Overnight as needed
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Referral program
Vision insurance
Affirmative Action (AAP/EEO Statement):
Nextlink 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 based on disability.
Drug Free Workplace:
Nextlink intends to provide a safe work environment that will help protect the safety, health and well-being of all employees. Therefore, we are committed to an alcohol and drug-free workplace.