Directional Drill Operator
Full-time Employee
Texas
Houston
Job Description
Job Description and Responsibilities :
Job Summary: The Directional Drill Operator is responsible for operating a multitude of different directional drilling equipment required for underground construction.
Primary Responsibilities:
Operate drill equipment and various other equipment in conjunction with drilling duties. i.e. Directional Drill, Hydro Vac, Excavator, etc.
Responsible to read locate paint or locate flags of utility placement, and possess the ability to "read the job layout" including valves and meter housings that may or may not have been located
Read blueprints organization of materials and other resources as necessary to complete excavation requirements, which may include basic hand tools
Maintain bore logs
Requirements :
Education:
High school diploma or G.E.D. plus 5-10 years of experience operating a direction drill; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience:
3-5 years of experience as a Directional Drill Locator
Ability to drill drilling in both standard and high-risk areas, such as areas with live utilities
Ability to listen to and implement directions
Knowledge of highway traffic control standards
Knowledge of operation and maintenance of all equipment
Knowledge of Underground Construction practices
Knowledge of health and safety regulations, practices and procedures
Knowledge of reading and interpreting AT&T and/or CATV design prints
Technical Skills:
Ability to identify and use the tools required for maintaining and servicing the drill, drill stem, and rack as well as the ability to diagnose and/or relay any problems to a certified repair technician
Ability to read and interpret construction and engineering plans
Ability to research land and plat information and communicate design prints
Ability to accurately sketch and record field notes and computations fir as-builts
Ability to perform and/or instruct entry level skills and practices as required
Physical Requirements:
A valid driver's class A license is required or ability to acquire within 90 days
Must be able to pass pre-employment screening that includes background and drug testing
Individuals must have a valid driver's license and driving record meeting the company policy conditions
EOE
Job Summary: The Directional Drill Operator is responsible for operating a multitude of different directional drilling equipment required for underground construction.
Primary Responsibilities:
Operate drill equipment and various other equipment in conjunction with drilling duties. i.e. Directional Drill, Hydro Vac, Excavator, etc.
Responsible to read locate paint or locate flags of utility placement, and possess the ability to "read the job layout" including valves and meter housings that may or may not have been located
Read blueprints organization of materials and other resources as necessary to complete excavation requirements, which may include basic hand tools
Maintain bore logs
Requirements :
Education:
High school diploma or G.E.D. plus 5-10 years of experience operating a direction drill; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience:
3-5 years of experience as a Directional Drill Locator
Ability to drill drilling in both standard and high-risk areas, such as areas with live utilities
Ability to listen to and implement directions
Knowledge of highway traffic control standards
Knowledge of operation and maintenance of all equipment
Knowledge of Underground Construction practices
Knowledge of health and safety regulations, practices and procedures
Knowledge of reading and interpreting AT&T and/or CATV design prints
Technical Skills:
Ability to identify and use the tools required for maintaining and servicing the drill, drill stem, and rack as well as the ability to diagnose and/or relay any problems to a certified repair technician
Ability to read and interpret construction and engineering plans
Ability to research land and plat information and communicate design prints
Ability to accurately sketch and record field notes and computations fir as-builts
Ability to perform and/or instruct entry level skills and practices as required
Physical Requirements:
A valid driver's class A license is required or ability to acquire within 90 days
Must be able to pass pre-employment screening that includes background and drug testing
Individuals must have a valid driver's license and driving record meeting the company policy conditions
EOE
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