Find & Apply For Operating Engineer / Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Waukegan, Illinois

Job Summary:

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 Includes excavator, air compressor, and other related equipment. 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 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 Must have past job experience operating heavy equipment Must be able to adapt in a high stress and fast paced environment Other duties as assigned

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or GED equivalent required Recent experience working in the outdoor elements through all seasons

Job Classification:

Fiber Infrastructure Non-Exempt 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 Why Join BetaTech? Meaningful work building broadband infrastructure Stable, year-round employment Supportive crew environment Growth opportunities Competitive pay Health, Dental & Vision Insurance Retirement Plan with

Employer Match Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$22.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Waukegan, IL 60079 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Waukegan, IL 60079: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person