Tower Engineering Professionals

OSP Construction Foreman

Mini Excavator Equipment Operator

Location: Columbia, SC

Tower Engineering Professionals is seeking a full-time OSP Construction Foreman in our Columbia, SC office. As an operator, you will serve as an integral member of our construction team. Tower Engineering Professionals offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental insurance, paid vacation and holidays, 401k with company match, and a relaxed, fun environment.

Mini Excavator Equipment Operator Responsibilities:

  • Performing routine equipment checks and maintenance
  • Spotting existing utilities in the work right of way
  • Installing communication vaults and conduit trenching
  • Recognize safety hazards and perform duties in a safe manner
  • Act as a team lead and mentor to less experienced Construction Field Technicians
  • Perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned.
  • Ensuring sites are kept clean and safe.
  • Attend weekly safety meetings


Mini Excavator Equipment Operator Qualifications:

  • Must have High school diploma or equivalent
  • Must have 2+ years of experience working in civil construction
  • Must be at least 21 years old, have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record dating back 5 years to operate a company vehicle
  • Must have experience with all aspects of telecommunication construction including installing conduits, hand hole vaults, fiber installation and small pole foundations
  • Must be able to use a mini-ex, skidsteer and digger derrick
  • Must have experience with customer interfacing and problem resolution
  • Must maintain level of excellence in crew’s quality of work and mindset
  • Ability to use and care of hand tools and mechanical equipment
  • Willingness to take hands on approach in leading their team through demonstration
  • Knowing the hazards associated with construction equipment, and working on or near energized lines and equipment
  • Ability to lift up to 75lbs
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Highly organized and be able to effectively report verbally and written reports back to Project Manager


Salary is commensurate with experience

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Veterans/Disabilities
  • Seniority level

    Entry level
  • Employment type

    Full-time
  • Job function

    Management and Manufacturing
  • Industries

    Telecommunications

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