Mini Excavator Operator

Hiring Mini Excavator Operator for Smithfield, VA and Hampton, VA

The Mini Excavator Operator will work alongside the Foreman and field crew to safely and efficiently complete projects according to customer specifications, quality standards, and schedules.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a John Deere 35 mini excavator and other utility construction equipment.
• Haul and transport equipment, materials, cable reels, steel plates, tools, and other jobsite supplies.
• Assist crews with excavation, utility installation, and restoration.
• Perform manual labor as needed, including cable pulling, cleanup, restoration, and general jobsite support.
• Follow company safety procedures and applicable DOT regulations.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and help maintain equipment in safe operating condition.
• Communicate effectively with the Foreman and crew.
• Follow instructions and work productively as part of a team.
• Travel to and work at various job sites as required.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience operating utility construction equipment safely and productively.
• Experience with equipment such as:
• • Excavators
  • Backhoes
  • Directional drills
  • Trenchers
  • Skid steers
  • Cranes
  • Digger derricks
  • Bucket trucks
  • Crane trucks
• Experience operating mole/missile boring equipment is a plus.
• Valid CDL-A is a plus.
• Familiarity with DOT enforcement and compliance regulations.
• Ability to meet applicable DOT requirements, including physical and drug-testing requirements.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Dependable, safety-conscious, and willing to follow directions.
• Ability to perform physically demanding outdoor work.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

• What you didn’t know about us:
• Competitive salary
• Health, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Short/Long Term Disability and Critical Care/Illness Protection
• Life Insurance and Retirement Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• With this position, you will get the opportunity to work with our game changing clients and further advance your already valuable experience in the telecom industry!

• We are Connectors. We thrive on ‘quality over quantity’ and put in the work building strong relationships. We create connections, discover qualities, uncover skills, and place people with accuracy. We are your true partner!

• We are Collaborators. You’ll be working with a wholly-owned subsidiary of Kelly and part of the Kelly Telecom division. It allows us to be as nimble and fiercely competitive as a startup while having the backing of a multibillion dollar publicly traded company which has been in business for 75 years. With direct access to hiring managers, services don’t stop at standard recruiting processes. We use our expertise to improve your application skills and provide ongoing career support.

• We give 24/7 Support. We are in this together. We provide around the clock availability, competitive employee benefits, and continuously check-in to make sure things are going smoothly. Check out our Glassdoor page!
• Kelly Telecom is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, genetic information, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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• You should know: Your safety matters! Vaccination against COVID-19 may be a requirement for this job in compliance with current client and governmental policies. A recruiter will confirm and share more details with you during the interview process.

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