Heavy Equipment Operator

*Position: Bore Rig Operator* *About Us:* Join Holtger Bros.
, Inc, where we transcend being just a company; we are a dedicated team of professionals committed to shaping the future of utility construction.
Be an integral part of our dynamic workforce, gaining hands-on experience, acquiring new skills, and embarking on a rewarding career journey.
*Join Our Team:* If you're ready to kickstart your career in utility construction and want to be part of a supportive team that values growth, Holtger Bros.
, Inc is the place for you.
We encourage all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, to discuss potential accommodation with us.
*Key Responsibilities:* As an Equipment Operator, you will play a crucial role in efficiently completing job orders and supporting our team.
*Your day-to-day tasks will include:* · Operating various equipment in placing cable and conduit (backhoe, mini-excavator, trencher, bore rig, plow).
· Performing shoring, slope trenching, or excavation when necessary.
· Identifying various soil types.
· Working around located utilities.
· Exposing existing utilities by hand-digging.
· Reading prints for cable placement and consulting with the foreman regarding different approaches to the job.
· Reporting equipment problems to the foreman.
· Communicating with the foreman about current or unforeseen problems experienced on the job.
· Knowing the progress and expectations of the job.
· Preparing cable route.
· Feeding cable.
· Setting up pedestals.
· Driving ground rods.
· Compacting trench lines.
*Additional Duties: * · Training in equipment operation and print reading.
· Loading and unloading work supplies.
· Placing signs, cones, and barricades when necessary.
· Securing the job site and equipment at the end of the day.
· Performing daily equipment maintenance (greasing equipment, checking oil, hydraulic fluid, and fueling).
· Cleaning vehicles and equipment.
· Completing and supervising job site restoration.
· Assisting in training Laborers in all phases of utility construction.
· Transporting heavy equipment (*IF* employee holds a valid CDL).
· Supervise the crew in the absence of the foreman.
*Physical Demands:* · Must have efficient eye-hand coordination.
· Must be able to perform physical labor involving frequent lifting (over 50 lbs.
), carrying, bending, and shoveling.
· Must be able to work long periods of time, including nights and weekends.
*Desired Abilities:* · Must be able to work with and around people and alone at times.
· Must be able to comprehend and perform the responsibilities of the position.
· Must be able to communicate competently.
*Qualifications:* · Hold an insurance-acceptable driver’s license.
· One to two years’ experience on a bore rig.
· Must be at least 18 years of age.
*To Thrive in this role, you should have: * · Hold a Class A CDL or be able to obtain one.
· Read CATV and/or telephone prints.
· Able to perform hard physical labor.
*Environmental Conditions of the Workplace:* In this role, you'll experience a diverse range of work environments, from using hearing protection and safety glasses to engaging in physically demanding tasks.
This dynamic environment will showcase your adaptability and resilience in various situations.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee assigned to this position.
They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job responsibilities and duties performed by personnel so classified.
Holtger Bros.
, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Holtger Bros.
, Inc will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations, as necessary.
Job Type: Full-time Pay: $25.
00 - $30.
00 per hour Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * AD&D insurance * Dental insurance * Employee assistance program * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance Schedule: * 10 hour shift * 8 hour shift * Monday to Friday * No weekends * Year round work People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Ability to Relocate: * Janesville, WI: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: On the road