OSP Heavy Equipment Operator

OSP Heavy Equipment Operator Job Description

Cherokee Fiber & Associates is a proud division of Hyper Networks LLC. To learn more about Cherokee Fiber & Associates please visit our website at https://www.cherokeefiber.com/

The OSP Heavy Equipment Operator will perform underground missile/bore operations for our customer's fiber “business as usual” work. This position will work on and oversee an underground missile and bore crew, installing conduit, pulling conductor, pulling fiber, repairing wire and operating other heavy equipment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Precise and safe missile operation; able to adapt tooling to ground conditions

• Manage missile crew members, coordinating work and overseeing safe and productive execution of work.

• Experience with vacuum excavation equipment and maintenance  

• Calling in utility locates

• Pothole utilities in missile path

• Determine path per designs

• Monitor missile operations, checking gauges and listening to equipment to assess conditions and to determine the need to adjust or alter equipment

• Maintain and service equipment as necessary

• Responsible for all restoration

• Review and redline work prints

• Assist Project Team with coordination and completion of close-out packages

• Prepare and update network documentation based on changes in network topology

• Other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES

• Ability to pass pre-employment screenings (motor vehicle, drug, and background) 

• Experience with fiber installs required

• Must work safely and follow all OSHA, and other Federal, State, and local safety regulations and company safety rules and procedures

• Must be able to read design maps

• Can work independently with minimal supervision  

• Ability to manage teams to complete designated amount of work in a specified time frame (e. g. , quality jobs per day), adjusting work assignments or schedules to meet changing work-related priorities or demands. 

• Ability to climb ladders and work in confined spaces (e. g. , crawl spaces, utility holes)

• Ability to perform strenuous physical activities including, but not limited to: lifting objects weighing over 100 pounds

• Ability to communicate effectively with employees, contractors, suppliers, in person, on the phone, and by written communications in a clear, straightforward, and professional manner

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent required

• Valid CDL Class A Driver License with acceptable driving record

• At least 2 years of relevant experience required, or an equivalent of education and experience

• Experience operating vibratory plows beneficial but not required

• Experience operating mini-excavators beneficial but not required

WORKING CONDITIONS

• May be required to work long and unpredictable hours including weekends

• Working outdoors in all types of weather conditions

• Bend/squat/kneel/stand frequently

• Exposure to dust, fluctuating temperatures, and periodic high noise levels

Cherokee Fiber & Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment opportunities at Cherokee Fiber & Associates are based upon one’s qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of a particular job. All employment opportunities are provided without regard to race, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.