Streetlight Auger Truck Operator- Chesapeake, VA

Job Title: Auger Truck Operator

Department: Streetlights

Reports To: General Foreman

FLSA Status: Non- Exempt

Work Schedule: Four 10-hour days per week.

Position Purpose:

The Auger Truck Operator will be responsible for safely and efficiently transporting and installing poles, trenching, installing and removed light heads on poles. This position requires excellent driving skills, attention to detail, and strong communication abilities and physical stamina.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform daily pre-operation checks and maintenance on equipment.
• Safely operate an Auger Truck using controls and key panels.
• Setting and removing all types of poles ranging from 10 feet to 45 feet tall.
• Read and understand 811 miss utility dig ticket.
• Identify marked and unmarked utilities in the field.
• All other duties as assigned

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle and feel; and reach with hands and arms.

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction job sites. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. This position is performed in outside weather conditions.

Competencies:

• Self-Motivated
• Team-Oriented
• Customer Oriented
• Must be able to follow Company safety rules and all other Company policies.

Required Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 6 months of experience operating an auger truck
• Must be 18 years of age
• Must have a valid Commercial Driver's License and acceptable driving record, Prefer a Class A license.
• Valid DOT Medical Card
• Ability to lift to 50 lbs.
• Consistently be able to climb in and out of bucket truck up to 25 times daily
• Able to read and communicate effectively in English
• Ability to travel and work for extended periods in various locations.

Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families. Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, company-paid holidays, a 401(k) plan, and numerous voluntary benefits.

Special Position Requirements:

This is a safety sensitive position, and all applicable policies including drug testing and background checks will apply.

Reasonable Accommodations

River City Construction is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws, including the ADA. If you need reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact our Human Resources Department at (252)403-0552 or email HumanResources@RiverCityinc.net.

*River City Construction provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, River City complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. *