Directional Drilling Operator

OUR VALUES

·          Honesty

·          Teamwork

·          Accountability

·          Professionalism

·          Safety

WHAT WE OFFER

·          Competitive Wages

·          Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

·          Paid Holidays

·          401K

·          Skills and Management Training

ESSENTIAL JOB 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. Bore log, vehicle maintenance reports, etc.).

·          Follows specifications for the job and company policies.

·          Complies with safety/operating procedures while driving/operating at job site.

·          Strives for optimal production while working safely and performing quality work that meets or exceeds company and customer work requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS

·          5+ years of demonstrated Horizontal Directional Drilling experience.

·          Strong knowledge of underground utilities.

·          Working knowledge of DOT regulations (Vehicle and Operator Qualifications).

·          Ability to understand and comply with the “Operator’s Manual” for the equipment.

·          Ability to understand and follow all quality/safety policies and procedures.

·          Commercial Driver’s License (CDL Class A, with airbrake endorsement).

·          Ability to work in all types of weather.

·          Knowledge of underground pot holing preferred.

·          Excellent organizational skills with careful attention to detail and timely follow-through.

·          Must be self-directed and capable of handling multiple tasks with minimal supervision.

·          Able to work effectively in stressful, time-sensitive environments.

American Cable Services is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.