Drilling Operator (Horizontal/Directional Drilling)

Operator (Horizontal/Directional Drilling)
Louisiana: Flexicrew Technical Services is now seeking Operators and Foremen with Horizontal and Directional Drilling and gas distribution experience.

What would you do as an Operator:

-Perform work assignments on customer’s premises.

-Interact with customers in a professional, respectful, and courteous manner to promote good customer relations.

-Answer customer-related inquiries regarding established company policies and procedures and provide explanation of work performed.

-Identify, obtain and deliver tools, materials and equipment needed for work assignments.

-Utilize tools such as maps and GPS to locate work assignments.

-Drive a company vehicle, including transport of heavy equipment; possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) within 18 months of entering the Construction Operator 1 position.

-Perform O&M crew duties relating to maintenance and operation of natural gas underground pipeline, including but not limited to:
Install, maintain, repair, relocate and retire new or existing natural gas facilities and appurtenances.

-Assist with, plan and set up work zone safety and traffic control measures.

-Perform general site preparation, restoration and right of way maintenance duties.

-Develop proficiency in safe operation of heavy equipment such as mini-excavators, back hoes, skid steers, trenchers, etc., including but not limited to excavation around utilities (natural gas, electric, etc.)

-Perform preventive maintenance and inspections on equipment.

-Operate power tools & perform hand digging.

-Inspect above ground appurtenances for atmospheric corrosion.

-Paint above ground appurtenances.

-Perform pipe to soil corrosion readings.

-Corrosion control and pipe remediation, including wrapping and coating pipe.

-Thread and cut pipe.

-Perform plastic pipe fusion.

-Perform facility locate duties.

-Perform third party damage investigation.

-Develop knowledge of proficiency in record keeping systems relating to field operations, maintenance and compliance; complete work documentation/records with accuracy and on a timely basis.

-Utilize and become proficient in technology devices such as computer, smart phone, etc. for work assignments and to accurately record required information.

-Provide guidance and demonstrate proper procedural technique on work related tasks to lesser skilled employees.

What’s Required to join our team:

• Must have a valid Class D driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record. Acquisition of CDL license is highly encouraged.
• Must possess good physical fitness and range of motion including, but not limited to, the ability to lift and carry loads of at least seventy pounds.
• Must be safety oriented.
• Physically able to dig with hand tools, operate a wheelbarrow, and other machinery necessary to complete projects.
• Able to work in extreme weather conditions.
• Must be able understand and carry out instructions whether the instructions be written, given verbally, or via diagrammatic form.
• Must have ability to learn and utilize basic knowledge and understanding of all other utilities.
• Able to interact with customers and co-workers on a daily basis.
• Must exhibit honesty, trustworthiness, and truthfulness in all aspects of employment including when interacting with property owners, clients, and co-workers.
• Ability to interpret and correctly fill out various forms provided by the company and/or clients.

*Preferred Experience:

-Industry specific knowledge and experience.
-Experience applying basic mechanical concepts and mechanical aptitude.
-Experience using construction tools & operating construction equipment.
-Experience in diagnostics and troubleshooting of mechanical and/or electrical equipment.

-Significant experience operating heavy equipment and/or excavation equipment in a utilities environment

Physical Requirements:
-Must work outdoors in adverse weather conditions.

-Must have the ability to lift up to 75 lbs.; frequent walking, reaching, pushing, pulling, bending, squatting, stooping, crawling, standing, digging, climbing; works on uneven terrain, many times with heavy vegetation; manual dexterity (hand/eye coordination); keen eyesight; good hearing; good sense of smell; comes in frequent contact with insects and animals; ability to use breathing apparatus when responding to gas leaks.

Other Requirements:
Subject to extended working hours.
Travel Requirements:
Greater than 75%.

What we offer for your hard work:

Competitive pay and tons of benefits! The following benefits are offered upon reaching eligibility:

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401 K with a company match, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and a Bonus Program!

Flexicrew Technical Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Hiring decisions will be made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, disability, genetic information, status as a “protected veteran” or any other legally protected category by federal law.