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Trainee Mini Excavator Operator Jobs in Ohio (NOW HIRING)

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Aerial Lineman (Dayton, OH)

Dayton, OH

$20.75 - $28/hr

Experience operating a mini excavator * Ability to read and interpret construction prints, plans, and specifications * Ability to travel for projects * Experience operating heavy equipment * Ability ...

Thayer Power and Communication

Aerial Lineman

Pataskala, OH · On-site

$20.50 - $27.75/hr

Experience operating a mini excavator * Ability to read and interpret construction prints, plans, and specifications * Ability to travel for projects * Experience operating heavy equipment * Ability ...

R.T. Moore

Backhoe Operator

Plain City, OH · On-site

$45K - $60K/yr

... mini excavator and/or skid steer. RESPONSIBILITIES * Proper and efficient operation of a backhoe to backfill and dig a ditch. * Installation of grinder pumps. * Efficient installation of meter pit.

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Aerial Lineman (Cincinnati, OH)

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

$20.50 - $27.50/hr

Experience operating a mini excavator * Ability to read and interpret construction prints, plans, and specifications * Ability to travel for projects * Experience operating heavy equipment * Ability ...

Sunrise Telecom

Underground Operator 1

Blue Ash, OH · On-site

$20 - $30/hr

Operate equipment such as directional bore machines, mini excavators, backhoes, trenchers, and ... Prior experience operating underground construction equipment required * Experience in ...

Sunrise Telecom

Underground Operator 1

Pataskala, OH · On-site

$20 - $30/hr

Operate equipment such as directional bore machines, mini excavators, backhoes, trenchers, and ... Prior experience operating underground construction equipment required * Experience in ...

Kurtz Bros Inc

Laborer/Operator

Independence, OH · On-site

$18 - $24/hr

Family owned and operated for 75 years, we pride ourselves in WASTE TO REUSE, and keeping our ... Ability to operate skid steer or mini excavator is a plus * Other duties may be assigned. Quality ...

ADB

Travel Laborer II - Drill Operator

Columbus, OH

$24/hr

Can independently operate one or more types of heavy equipment (directional drill, mini excavator, hydro truck, bucket truck) with limited guidance from an experienced operator * Consistently meets ...

ADB

Travel Laborer II - Drill Operator

Cincinnati, OH

$24/hr

Can independently operate one or more types of heavy equipment (directional drill, mini excavator, hydro truck, bucket truck) with limited guidance from an experienced operator * Consistently meets ...

ADB

Travel Laborer II - Drill Operator

Akron, OH

$24/hr

Can independently operate one or more types of heavy equipment (directional drill, mini excavator, hydro truck, bucket truck) with limited guidance from an experienced operator * Consistently meets ...

Congruex

Equipment Operator, Construction

Columbus, OH

$27 - $42/hr

Operate equipment including track hoes, backhoes, mini excavators, skid steers, dozers, haul trucks ... Experience operating excavators, backhoes, skid steers, dozers, haul trucks, and similar ...

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What is the difference between Trainee Mini Excavator Operator vs Junior Heavy Equipment Operator?

AspectTrainee Mini Excavator OperatorJunior Heavy Equipment Operator
CertificationsBasic excavator operation training, safety certificationsSimilar certifications, often with additional equipment-specific licenses
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, small-scale projectsConstruction sites, larger projects, various heavy machinery
Job RoleAssists with excavating, learning machine operationOperates heavy machinery independently, performs more complex tasks

The main difference is that a Trainee Mini Excavator Operator is in training and gaining experience, while a Junior Heavy Equipment Operator has more hands-on experience and can operate multiple types of machinery with less supervision.

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Aerial Lineman (Dayton, OH)

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Dayton, OH

$20.75 - $28/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 6 days ago

Job description

Founded in 1964, Thayer Power & Communication Line Construction Co., LLC has established itself as one of the premier contractors in the Telecommunications, Power, & Wireless industries. With our experienced staff and fleet of vehicles, we’re able to meet telephone, power, and wireless infrastructure construction needs from concept through to reality.

Job Summary:

Thayer Power and Communication is looking for a Aerial Lineman in our Fiber Division for the construction, maintenance and operation of overhead fiber telecommunications. We are seeking a self-motivated, detail oriented individual with attention to high level of quality. 

 

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

 

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Connects, rearranges, repairs, and maintains outside cable to supply and maintain good service
  • Place aerial/buried telephone cable (copper and fiber)
  • Safe operation of a mini excavator
  • Work efficiently from a bucket truck
  • Connects wires and cables to terminals and attaches/detaches various kinds of hardware to wires, cables, buildings, or poles
  • Performs aerial tasks such as new cable installs, pole transfers, strand building, cable hanging, lashing, etc.
  • Perform construction work such as digging holes, placing cable, air pipe and inner duct in various types of conduit systems and open excavations
  • Climb utility poles and/or use aerial lift truck to place cables on poles per system design
  • Ensures all installation work is done according to quality standards, always complying with proper safety standards/procedures and work practices according to OSHA
  • Restore area to project requirements
  • Understand field prints to determine what work is to be performed as well as point out potential issues before and during work
  • Report project progress to the Foreman and relate the needs for the days to come avoiding delays of work due to lack of materials and equipment
  • Work in, on and around customer’s property while following company policies and maintaining the highest level of professionalism towards any customer and their property
  • Directly responsible for all vehicles and equipment in their control
  • Available on weekends and evenings for local call outs.

Required Skills/Abilities:

  • Be able to climb poles and work from aerial buckets
  • Experience in telephone outside plant construction or related experience, which includes experience in the placement of telecommunications cable (copper and fiber)
  • Experience operating a mini excavator
  • Ability to read and interpret construction prints, plans, and specifications
  • Ability to travel for projects 
  • Experience operating heavy equipment 
  • Ability to properly lift up to 50 pounds

Education and Experience:

  • Valid Class A CDL preferred

 

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to properly lift up to 50 pounds. 

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