Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Looking for outgoing well rounded individuals who are experienced in either Locating or Drilling. Candidates should have at least 1-3 years experience and a CDL is a plus.

Directional Driller/Locator Responsibilities

• Operate Horizontal Directional Drill
• Assist in potholing and remediation
• Assist with setting hand holes and completing tie ins
• Drive equipment to job site
• Confirms with locator/lead the bore path to drill
• Set equipment up including the drill, water tanks and grounding the machine
• Drill out following the predetermined drill path to the exit pit
• Communicate with the locator/lead via radio to confirm the location of the drill head
• Assist with the install of proper pulling gear and hook up product
• Reverse process to install product
• Oversee laborers and/or crew member’s work and monitor time usage
• Conduct post-job quality checks
• Clean, check fluid levels and conduct a visual inspection of vehicle/equipment to assure your vehicle/equipment is performing at optimum safety, perform the required pre-trip, post trip inspections and the required paperwork, perform needed maintenance including winterizing equipment.
• Communicates with Supervisor daily to turn in required paperwork (i.e. Dailies labor hours, F and D tickets, vehicle maintenance reports, etc.)
• Follows specifications for the job and company policies
• Complies with safety procedures while driving and at job site
• Strive for optimal production while working safely and performing quality work
• At end of work day, truck and equipment should be returned to shop and secured

Qualifications:

• 1 to 3 years demonstrated Horizontal Directional Drilling experience
• Strong knowledge of underground utilities
• Familiar with Ditch Witch equipment
• Knowledge of underground pot holing is a plus
• Working knowledge of DOT regulations (Vehicle and Operator Qualifications)
• Understanding of client and company work specifications
• Ability to comply with the “Operator’s Manual” for your particular equipment
• Self-motivated, safety, quality and production minded
• Ability to read and comprehend and follow all quality/safety policies and procedures
• Maintain valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL Class A, with airbrake endorsement and tanker endorsement)
• Willing to travel

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