BACKHOE OPERATOR-Mitchell,SD

Backhoe Operator: Digs around existing buried utilities and exposes same for crossing with the cable plow.
Digs lateral trenches from 3-5 feet deep to place cable in to pedestals General clean-up.
You may have to dig by hand to verify exact utility locations prior to digging with the backhoe.
Ripley’s uses John Deere rubber tire backhoes.
The largest is a 410 SJ.
We do not have any “Cat” branded backhoes.
A Current CDL is preferred.
500 machine hours of operating a backhoe is preferred.
Your interview will include a demonstration of your level of skill.
Pay is based on your level of skill.
JOB REQUIREMENTS: 1.
) Out of town travel as required 2.
) Ability to work in adverse weather conditions 3.
) Ability to lift 75 lbs.
4.
) Ability to kneel, squat, bend and twist as needed 6.
) Ability to use a variety of hand/power tools 7.
) Must have a current valid drivers license 9.
) Must maintain a current health certificate 10.
) Must perform prescribed job function in a timely and efficient manner 11.
) General clean up 12.
) Provide accurate daily timekeeping 13.
) Perform other duties as assigned TRAINING QUALIFICATIONS: New Hire on the job training for up to 2 weeks or as needed with an experienced employee Training with the company safety coordinator prior to working out in the field Daily instructions and directions from the company's foreman and equipment operators Vehicle operation instructions (when required) Knowledge of company's policies and procedures Participate in weekly toolbox meeting Benefits that Ripley’s offers: Above average pay, including entry level.
Weekly Paid Travel time Daily Per Diem paid for overnight travel Company provided transportation Ripley’s pays for lodging Health Insurance Premiums paid year around for full time, seasonal employees Production Bonuses Ripley’s provides late model, state of the art equipment for their employees.
We are a family owned company, founded in 1969 and is owned by Dave and Cragi Ripley.
Four of the Ripley Brothers continue to oversee day to day operations.
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