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Congruex

Buried Operator

Columbus, OH · On-site

$22 - $25/hr

Construction Manager Travel Potential: 25-50% Compensation: $22.00 - $25.00 Hourly Company Profile ... Job Summary As the Underground Construction Operator, you will ultimately be responsible for ...

Congruex

Equipment Operator, Construction

Columbus, OH

$27 - $42/hr

As the Equipment Operator, Construction , you will ultimately be responsible for safely operating heavy construction equipment, supporting underground utility installation, and assisting construction ...

CK Construction Group

Hydrovac Operator

Westerville, OH

$21.50 - $27.50/hr

CK Construction Group has been providing construction services to private and public agencies since ... Position Summary The Hydrovac Operator is responsible for operating Hydrovac trucks to safely and ...

CK Construction Group

Hydrovac Operator

Westerville, OH · On-site

$21.50 - $27.50/hr

CK Construction Group has been providing construction services to private and public agencies since ... Position Summary The Hydrovac Operator is responsible for operating Hydrovac trucks to safely and ...

CK Construction Group

Trimble Operator

Westerville, OH

$21.50 - $27.50/hr

CK Construction Group has been providing construction services to private and public agencies since ... Position Summary We are seeking a detail-oriented and technically skilled Trimble Operator to join ...

CK Construction Group

Trimble Operator

Westerville, OH · On-site

$21.50 - $27.50/hr

CK Construction Group has been providing construction services to private and public agencies since ... Position Summary We are seeking a detail-oriented and technically skilled Trimble Operator to join ...

CK Construction Group

Equipment Operator

Westerville, OH

$18.25 - $25/hr

CK Construction Group has been providing construction services to private and public agencies since ... Position Summary This role involves performing a variety of construction tasks, operating heavy ...

CK Construction Group

Equipment Operator

Westerville, OH · On-site

$18.25 - $25/hr

CK Construction Group has been providing construction services to private and public agencies since ... Position Summary This role involves performing a variety of construction tasks, operating heavy ...

Sunrise Telecom

Underground Operator 1

Pataskala, OH · On-site

$21.50 - $27.50/hr

... to support network construction projects. Key Responsibilities Operate equipment such as ... Prior experience operating underground construction equipment required Experience in ...

Sunrise Telecom

Underground Operator 1

Pataskala, OH · On-site

$20 - $30/hr

Read and interpret utility locates, site drawings, and construction plans * Ensure compliance with ... Prior experience operating underground construction equipment required * Experience in ...

Ck Construction

Crane Operator

Columbus, OH · On-site

Crane Operator CK Construction Group has been providing construction services to private and public agencies since 1956. We have established a strong reputation within our markets by executing ...

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Buried Operator

Congruex

Columbus, OH • On-site

$22 - $25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 13 days ago

Congruex rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Description
Reports To: Construction Manager
Travel Potential: 25-50%
Compensation: $22.00 - $25.00 Hourly
Company Profile
Congruex provides digital infrastructure solutions through engineering and construction services that connect communities nationwide. This includes wireline, wireless, data centers, and utility services from initial concept to market go-live.
With employees across the United States and India, the work we do enables essential infrastructure for the future of communications.
Build a Career. Build What Matters.
Job Summary
As the Underground Construction Operator, you will ultimately be responsible for operating heavy construction equipment to support underground telecommunications and utility construction projects. You will safely excavate around existing utilities, install underground infrastructure, and support field crews while ensuring work is completed efficiently and in compliance with safety standards. As the Underground Construction Operator, your customers are Congruex project teams, utility providers, and broadband operators, and you will make meaningful contributions to the company's success through safe equipment operation, quality workmanship, and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities (Including, but not limited to)
  • Operate heavy construction equipment safely and efficiently to support underground utility installation and excavation activities.
  • Review blueprints, specifications, and work orders to determine project requirements.
  • Excavate, place, and remove soil and debris while safely working around existing underground utilities.
  • Operate equipment to guide and install underground cable and conduit.
  • Inspect, clean, and perform routine maintenance on assigned vehicles and equipment.
  • Represent Congruex professionally while interacting with customers, contractors, and the public.
  • Perform work in both standard and high-risk construction environments while following company safety procedures.
  • Perform physically demanding construction activities year-round in varying weather conditions.
  • Travel overnight to project sites as required.
  • Additional responsibilities within functional scope based on business needs.

Required Qualifications
Education, Licensing, and Certifications
  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
  • Valid, unrestricted driver's license required.
  • Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) review.

Experience
  • Minimum 1 year of recent experience operating heavy construction equipment.
  • Experience safely excavating around existing underground utilities.
  • General knowledge of underground utility construction practices and equipment.

Skills and Abilities
  • Ability to safely operate heavy construction equipment in varying jobsite conditions.
  • Knowledge of underground utility depth, placement, and safe excavation practices.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with crew members, leadership, customers, and clients.
  • Ability to function effectively as part of a team.
  • Ability to perform physically demanding work outdoors in all weather conditions.
  • Ability to lift and carry between 50 and 150 pounds.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Commercial Driver's License (CDL), or willingness to obtain one.
  • OSHA Certification.

Physical Requirements
  • Must be able and willing to work outdoors, subject to varying weather conditions.
  • Must be able to safely work around heavy equipment and active construction sites.
  • Must be able to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, squat, push, pull, and perform physically demanding work for extended periods.
  • Must be able to lift and carry up to 150 pounds.
  • Must be able to travel overnight to project sites as required.
  • Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) review.

Congruex Culture & Benefits
Congruex's culture of safety and performance is built on the 4X Factor core values of Be Safe, Be Accountable, Be Respectful, and Earn Trust. These values guide how we work with one another and how we interact with our customers.
We are committed to building a workplace where employees feel supported and recognized. We invest in employees through a comprehensive approach, including the benefits below with eligibility on Day 1 of employment:
  • Medical, Dental & Vision benefits with 70% paid by the company
  • 401(k) with company match up to 4% and immediate vesting
  • Flexible PTO for exempt roles & competitive PTO accrual for non-exempt roles
  • 10 company paid holidays (9 standard and 1 floating)
  • Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage
  • Company Paid Maternity & Parental Leave options
  • Company Paid Basic Life Insurance (with employee paid voluntary options)
  • Annual Safety Boot Program of up to $150 per eligible field employee per year
  • Safety Points Program for eligible field employees redeemable in the company store
  • Free wellness benefits like counseling, financial planning, and more

Additional Employment Information
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. Conditions to hiring may include but are not necessarily limited to background checks, drug testing, and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) reviews.

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