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Job Title: Equipment Operator

Primary Location: Midwest (Traveling)

Employment Status: Full Time, Non-Exempt

**This is a traveling position that includes per diem and full benefits.

Who Is Congruex

Congruex designs and builds broadband and wireless communications infrastructure. The work we do enables everything in the modern world to operate, from healthcare and energy to transportation and social interactions.

We deliver turn-key network solutions under a single platform by aligning our engineering and in-market construction operating units. Our vision is to be the best end-to-end provider of network services in the U.S. and our core values of GRIT connect everything we do.

We are building tomorrow, together. Will you join us?

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Job Summary:

The Equipment Operator will operate heavy machinery for underground utilities construction or excavation projects in a safe manner, avoiding utilities and other obstacles.

**An active CDL class A is required.**

Job Responsibilities (Including, but not limited to):

• Operate heavy equipment in compliance with the company's operating safety policies and procedures.
• Load and unload equipment from vehicles and trailers.
• Responsible for regular maintenance and care of the assigned heavy equipment, produce any documentation needed for each job, daily communication with managers is a must.
• Loads and hauls the machine.
• Drives, sets up, and breaks down safely and efficiently.
• Operates heavy equipment near active utilities.
• Have knowledge of shoring systems and how to use them
• Rigging and setting of structures
• Along with operating must be willing to assist in other activities such as but not limited to
• Placement of conduit in open trenches
• Proofing conduits
• Potholing existing utilities
• Forming and pouring of concrete
• Placement of asphalt
• Avoids any marked utilities and implements all precautions to prevent utility strikes.
• Communicates with supervisors for job details.
• Before the equipment is utilized, walks path to ensure all utilities have been located and develops a plan for going above or below each utility or obstacle in the path.
• Inspects and maintains job equipment.
• Adheres to all company policies, procedures, standards, and safety rules.
• May be required to work additional hours and/or weekends, as needed, to meet deadlines.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 1-year prior experience using the locating equipment to find any underground utilities.
• Must have experience operating heavy equipment near active utilities.
• Must be familiar with locate systems.
• Ability to operate an asphalt roller, skid steer, backhoe, mini excavator, vacuum truck, bore machine, and other heavy equipment.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Possession of a commercial driver's license (CDL).
• DOT Medical Card.
• Experience with Ditch Witch and Vermeer is preferred.
• Must be able to operate the equipment safely.
• Read and understand plans and specifications.
• Must follow all OSHA, ANSI standards, as well as company rules & regulations.
• Knowledge of basic computer skills.
• Experience and knowledge of basic shoring methods

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Must be able and willing to work outdoors, subject to inclement weather conditions
• Must be able to maintain visual and audible contact with other crewman and all moving or stationary persons/vehicles/objects to ensure safe coordination of movement
• Must be able to work around heavy equipment and machinery
• Must be able to stand or walk for long periods of time
• Must be able to bend and lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Routinely requires extended periods of bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting, lifting in awkward positions, standing, and twisting
• Must be able to stand, walk, sit or be in other physically demanding positions for long periods of time
• Must be able to work while wearing safety boots, safety glasses, hardhat, and any applicable safety gear

Required Licenses/Certificates/Registrations:

• DOT Medical Card
• Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

Why Work At Congruex

No matter what role you play, you are an important part of the One Congruex Family. We offer:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
• 401(k) Program with a Company Match.
• Free Wellness Resources & Marketplace Discounts
• Paid Maternity & Parental Leave
• Paid Basic Life Insurance & Voluntary Options
• The pillars of Congruex culture are GRIT, safety, inclusion, and family.

The Fine Print:
We will determine salary based on skills and experience in relation to the function of the role, as well as equity to employees in similar roles. Some benefits have eligibility criteria. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at-will” employment relationship.