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Machine Operator

Shreveport, Louisiana

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You Are

  • Tech savvy
  • An effective communicator
  • Personable with excellent customer service skills
  • Able to demonstrate strong problem-solving skills
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Ready To

  • Act with integrity and dependability
  • Demonstrate critical-thinking skills
  • Always put the customer first
  • Maintain a customer-centric mindset
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You'll Bring

  • Your interest and readiness to learn new technology
  • The ability to work a flexible schedule - including evenings and weekends
  • The capability to lift and move up to 80 lbs
  • A willingness to work in a confined space or aloft up to 28 feet
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Job Overview

Job Description:

This is your chance to make your mark. Making sure our customers have access to the world’s most robust network all while delivering best-in-class service. Your role is key in installing and maintaining our state-of-the-art technology. And you’ll get the satisfaction of knowing that you are helping others and connecting our customers to what matters most to them every day. #connectourcustomers

As a Machine Operator, you’ll work independently in the field placing buried service wire using a manually controlled gasoline or diesel-powered tractor/trencher, plow, boring machine, or other manual tools.  You’ll coordinate work activities with customers, local utilities, and government agencies, providing installation, repairs, maintenance as well as reconnection of fiber and copper services all while following safety practices and delivering the highest levels of service.

What you’ll do:

  • Locates buried facilities near the route of "B" service wire using appropriate equipment. Operate a company vehicle with trailer and machinery.
  • Locate buried facilities near the route of buried wire using appropriate equipment.
  • Manual excavation utilizing a shovel.
  • Provide repairs to low voltage buried utilities or sprinkler systems. Provides temporary repairs to low voltage buried utilities, sprinkler systems, and sewage field lines damaged while performing other duties.
  • Periodic maintenance and non-complex repairs to equipment used in the performance of other responsibilities.
  • Reads and interprets simple instructions.
  • Follow established safety practices and procedures including the manufacturer's specifications for operation or use of equipment.

What you’ll need:

  • Desire to work Monday through Friday with a shift length of 8hrs.
  • Ability to work mandatory overtime and holidays as service conditions require.
  • Eager to work outside in all kinds of weather conditions.
  • Able to utilize various types of machines and tools.
  • Lift and move objects up to 120 pounds.
  • Use computers including hand-held devices to update work status and check new assignments.
  • Light commercial driver’s license or equivalent required, depending on state law and be able to drive manual shift in some assignments.
  • Attain and maintain a DOT medical card.

Light commercial driver’s license or equivalent required, depending on state law and be able to drive manual shift in some assignments.

Attain and maintain a DOT medical card.

  • Complete on-the-job and/or classroom training as required.
  • Demonstrate competency in the training requirements during probationary period to satisfy qualification achievement. 
  • Previous operating experience with similar equipment is desirable.
  • Perform the above job duties with or without "reasonable accommodation.”
  • May be required to go out of region/state due to workload and emergency work.

Interested?  We provide extensive training and the resources you need in a collaborative and dynamic team environment, built for your success.  You’ll have the opportunity to continue to learn and grow with ongoing paid training, leading you to exciting career paths.

Our Machine Operators earn between $480.00 – $982.00 weekly. With our amazing salary opportunities, our average starting salary begins at $51,064.00 per year. Not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at AT&T offers. From health insurance to tuition reimbursement and paid time off to discounts on products and services just to name a few. There is a lot to be excited about around here. Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training.

Joining our team comes with amazing perks and benefits:

  • Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
  • 401(k) plan
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Paid Time off and holidays (With some exceptions bargained employees qualify for one week of PTO after 6 months of service and 2 weeks after the first year). At least 6 company designated holidays and additional PTO (based on bargaining group to which you are hired.
  • Sick leave
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Adoption Reimbursement
  • Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
  • Life and Accidental Death Insurance
  • Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness, accident hospital indemnity/group legal
  • Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
  • Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone

Ready to take your career on the road to success? Apply today!

Weekly Hours:

40

Time Type:

Regular

Location:

Shreveport, Louisiana

It is the policy of AT&T to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, AT&T will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.



Job ID R-29192 Date posted 07/01/2024
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Let’s start with the big one: Your work gets rewarded with competitive compensation and benefits. It really does pay to be on our team.

Compensation

When it comes to priorities, we know family tops the list. For the moments that matter the most, you'll be there for them, and we'll be here for you.

Family Leave

Paid Time Off

Our people have class. Literally. We can help you out on approved education costs with our tuition assistance plan.

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Here’s another reason to breathe easy: You and your family get access to excellent medical, dental and vision insurance options.

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Wanna make your friends really jealous? You’ll get discounted access to the latest and greatest AT&T products and services — plus other awesome items, like tickets to live events.

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When the day comes that you get some much needed R&R (not that you’d ever want to leave #LifeAtATT) you’ll know your future is set with the AT&T Retirement Savings Plan (ARSP).

Savings

Give back to your community and connect with colleagues through social and team-building events, and annual paid time off for volunteer efforts of your choice.

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Wellness resources and incentives to help you prioritize your health and wellbeing and be your best self inside and outside of work.

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