Viaero Wireless ยท 22 hours ago
Heavy Equipment Operator
Fort Morgan, Fort Morgan, CO, US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$23/hr - $28/hr
3+ years expViaero Wireless is expanding its Fiber Networks and is looking for Utility/Fiber Construction Equipment Operators to join their team. The role involves installing and maintaining Fiber Optic Network facilities while operating various types of heavy equipment and ensuring safety and quality in construction projects.
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Responsibilities
Install new Fiber Optic Network facilities and service/maintain existing network
Operates various light to heavy equipment, including but not limited to backhoes, excavators, loaders, forklifts, trenchers and utility plows
Haul and move equipment from project to project
All underground construction phases include but are not limited to: Loading, driving, delivery, digging, removal, and placement of various types, sizes, and weight of construction materials and equipment
Performs pre-trip inspections; monitors and reports on the status of vehicle repairs and safety-related issues, keeps equipment clean
Assists with setting up work sites and ensuring proper traffic and safety procedures have been followed
Responds to emergency calls for service on a call-out basis; works various hours, including nights and weekends as deemed necessary by manager/supervisor to meet deadlines and conform with changing priorities
Maintain safe working habits/conditions according to all regulations, procedures, and policies
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Minimum 3-5 years of continuous construction project experience operating utility construction equipment
High School diploma or equivalent required
Must be at least 21, have a clean driving record
Ability and willingness to travel throughout the Colorado and Nebraska regions, which will include overnight stays in project areas
Solid work history of success with little or no utility damage on projects
Certifications and/or extensive experience in operating hand and power tools, trenchers
Ability to expose and identify utilities after they have been located
Perform daily maintenance checks on machines
Read communications prints for placing conduit or cables underground
Communicate effectively with co-workers, subcontractors and clients
Ability to take direction and work well with others
Ability to lift materials that weigh as much as 100 pounds
Must have the ability to pass pre-employment checks, which include a criminal background check, motor vehicle record check, and substance screening, following federal law
Preferred
A Class-A CDL is preferred
Company
Viaero Wireless
Viaero Wireless is a Provider of Mobile Cell Phones, Smartphones, Tablets and Home Internet.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Wes Burnett
VP Technical Operations / CTO
Recent News
2025-09-18
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