Lineman apprentice Jobs in Independence, MO

Do you want to help make a difference in building America’s infrastructure?

Since 1953, Miller Pipeline has been a leader in building and maintaining America’s infrastructure as a premier underground pipeline construction and repair contractor. Our workforce is made up of highly trained and skilled employees totaling over 5,000 with office locations in over 23 states. While continually investing in gas infrastructure programs, Miller Pipeline’s revenues have continued to grow year over year.

Thinking about joining our team and building a career here? There is no better time than now!

At Miller Pipeline you will gain:

• Growth opportunities for career advancement (Grow Here at Miller Pipeline)
• Competitive wages and industry-leading benefits
• A team-oriented atmosphere centered around our core values of Safety, Quality, Commitment, and Reputation (Our Core Values)
• On-the-job work and safety training
• Employee recognition programs, Employee Care Fund, and more (also see Annual Company Picnics)
• Take a look at our field work by watching the Day In The Life video.

Miller Pipeline is looking for Equipment Operators. Successful candidates must be able to communicate effectively, have prior work experience with operating heavy equipment, and have knowledge of underground utilities.

Main Responsibilities:

• Digging, filling, back-filling, grading or other excavation work including trenches, pits or tunnels
• Distinguishes between properties, types and moisture content of soils
• Installation of underground cable and conduit as well as overhead cable
• Fasten attachments to tractor with clevis or wedge pin hitches.
• Connect hydraulic hoses, belts, mechanical linkage, or power takeoff shaft to tractor to provide power to raise, lower, or tilt attachments.
• Move levers and depress pedals to maneuver tractor and raise, lower, and tilt attachment to clear right-of-way.
• Assess the area to determine if the utilities were properly located prior to performing the underground work.
• Review the terrain to determine the best method to perform the job.
• Operate vehicles for hauling.

Required Qualifications:

• Successful completion of an operator's apprentice program and/or 3+ years of equivalent experience operating heavy equipment
• Valid CDL-A license
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must pass computer-based testing, specific to the local Customer’s operator qualifications.

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