Machine Operator

AT&T

Machine Operator for AT&T installing and maintaining buried service wire. Work involves coordination with utilities and adhering to safety standards while operating machinery.

Posted 6/29/2026full-timeHuntsville • Alabama • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $51,064 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in operating various machinery for the installation and maintenance of fiber and copper services, while adhering to safety practices and procedures. Capable of coordinating with customers and agencies, and managing physical demands of the role, including lifting and outdoor work in diverse weather conditions.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Operating Heavy MachineryFiber and Copper Service InstallationSafety Practices ComplianceLight Commercial Driver’s LicenseDOT Medical Card

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Hard Skills

Buried Service Wire PlacementInstallation and MaintenanceEquipment OperationManual Tool UsageHeavy Lifting

Soft Skills

Coordination with CustomersAdaptability to Weather Conditions

Tools & Technologies

TractorTrencherPlowBoring MachineHand-Held Devices

Certifications & Qualifications

Light Commercial Driver’s LicenseDOT Medical Card

Industry Keywords

Field WorkSafety ProceduresOn-the-Job TrainingMandatory OvertimeGovernment Agency Coordination

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work independently in the field placing buried service wire using a tractor/trencher, plow, boring machine, or other manual tools.
Coordinate work activities with customers, local utilities, and government agencies.
Provide installation, repairs, maintenance as well as reconnection of fiber and copper services.
Follow established safety practices and procedures including the manufacturer's specifications for operation or use of equipment.

Requirements

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.
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.
Previous operating experience with similar equipment is desirable.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
401(k) plan
Tuition reimbursement program
Paid Time off and holidays
Sick leave
Paid Parental Leave
Adoption Reimbursement
Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
Life and Accidental Death Insurance
Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories