Hard Skills
AdvancedHeavy Equipment OperationThe skill of safely operating augers, digger derricks, and crane trucks used for excavating holes and positioning poles.
ExpertSafety Protocol AdherenceStrict compliance with OSHA standards, electrical safety rules, and the correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
BasicWork Zone Traffic ControlThe ability to set up barricades, cones, and signage to manage traffic flow around utility work sites safely.
Soft Skills
IntermediatePhysical StaminaThe capacity to perform demanding physical labor including lifting, climbing, and working in various weather conditions for extended shifts.
IntermediateTeam CommunicationEffectively relaying information and following hand signals or radio instructions from crew leaders and crane operators.