Equipment Operator - Lane County

DFN is looking for Equipment Operators in the Central Lane County area to help us expand our fiber network. We are currently looking for candidates who hold their CDL. We encourage all those with equipment operating experience to apply, but preference will be given to those who have prior experience with directional drilling. 

Why work at DFN?

At DFN, we strive to take care of our employees on and off the job. Just to highlight a few of our amazing benefits, we offer a 401(k) match up to 9% and employer paid medical, dental, and vision plans. We support work-life balance by offering PTO and 10 paid holidays including two days off for your birthday.

POSITION PURPOSE: An equipment operator is responsible for operating and maintaining heavy machinery and equipment used in the installation, maintenance, and repair of outside plant infrastructure. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Operate a variety of heavy machinery and equipment including but not limited to trenchers, directional boring machines, aerial lifts, dozers, and skidsteer loaders for the installation, maintenance, and repair of the outside plant.
• Maintain a safe work environment by following codes, standards, and legal regulations along with company policies and procedures. Take appropriate action in the event of a work site accident or incident.
• Follow established safety procedures including use of personal protective equipment to minimize exposure to roadway hazards. Immediately alert other employees and supervisors of any apparent or developing hazards.
• Safely operate and maintain company vehicles.
• Maintain equipment by performing routine checks and maintenance.
• Keep detailed records. Complete all required documentation in a timely manner.
• Maintain a positive attitude and strong work ethic. This is a high productivity position with minimal supervision.
• Maintain good customer rapport by listening to and resolving customer concerns or questions.
• Be knowledgeable about DFN products and services, promoting available services to current and potential customers when appropriate.
• With training, possess the ability to read prints and other engineering documentation.
• This job description covers the most crucial key and supplemental duties performed in the position, but does not include other occasional work, which may be similar, related to, or a logical assignment for the position. Other projects will be assigned as need. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Mechanically inclined and detail oriented
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem solving skills
• Computer skills: use of PC and industry specific applications
• Clean driving record and valid commercial driver’s license.
• Self motivated, ability to work independently or in a team
• Professional appearance, customer service oriented
• Willing to work after business hours on-call occasionally as needed
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• DFN is a drug free workplace. All employees are required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening
• Able to meet physical demands with reasonable accommodations if necessary. This position is considered heavy physical work exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and 20 pounds of force frequently.