Kraken Communications is hiring: Equipment Operator in Mesa

Salary: $15-$25 hourly

Overview

A successful Equipment Operator shall transport, operate, and maintain equipment used in telecommunication construction including but not limited to volumetric mixer, backhoe/excavator, water truck. They shall be responsible for adherence to DOT regulations and documentation, safe transport, and equipment/materials loading and unloading. At a minimum, the position requires familiarity with DOT regulations, transporting, maintaining, and operating equipment, and the functionality of each; and the ability to identify and troubleshoot problems.

Essential Functions

• the ability to fully understand and operate equipment, including, but not limited to a loader, digger derrick, trencher, and hand tools
• the ability to work comfortably in cramped and/or enclosed spaces for extended periods
• the ability to organize workload to determine priority of duties
• the ability to read system maps and schematics
  
• excellent manual dexterity
• the ability to work standing, at shoulder height and overhead, for extended periods

Responsibilities

• Completion of low level and high level labor intensive tasks as well as operation of assigned construction equipment.
• Completion of daily production reports to document work performed.
• Use of hand tools, ladders, and equipment to assist in the completion of an assigned project.
• Clean and maintain supplies, tools, equipment, and work areas in order to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Additional Duties as assigned.
  

Qualifications

• CDL required
• 2 years of related work experience.
• Proficient in the use of hand tools and equipment. (Wrenches, Drills, Ladders, Lanyards, Fork Lifts, Saws, etc.)
• Proficient in the use of telecom construction equipment. (Aerial Lifts, Dozers, Lashers, Meters, Plows, etc.)
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Successful completion of pre-employment drug screen, background, and motor vehicle record check.

EEO

Our Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind including, based on disability and protected veteran status. The Company's policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The Company also does not consider criminal convictions to be an absolute bar to employment and will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories.