Horizontal Directional Drilling Operator / Locator
Benefits:
Health insurance
Job description
Advanced Directional Drilling, Inc. is seeking a reliable, honest, hard-working Horizontal Drilling Operator / Locator for the East Coast Florida area! Must possess good problem- solving skills and be adaptable. Horizontal Drilling Operator / Locators are responsible for running a variety of tasks associated with underground construction. Will operate heavy equipment and tools associated with construction activities. Must maintain and operate equipment per safety and company guidelines.
The primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Operator/Driller Responsibilities:
Operate horizontal directional drill rig (HDD)
Operate excavation equipment (backhoe, trencher, hydro-vac, etc.)
Operate and maintain vehicles and equipment safely at all times
Report vehicle and equipment maintenance requirements to construction manager
Repair damaged equipment as directed by the project superintendent
Document deficiencies in safety practices/equipment to business unit lead
Must be able to communicate with others to convey information effectively.
Maintain positive public relations (interact with the customer/public in a courteous manner)
Locator Responsibilities:
Walk and confirm bore path, spot utilities
Perform job site analysis (JSA) including completion of paperwork
Ensure there are proper clearances to install the product per standards and company policies
Record the depth of the tool head as required
Ensure the drill head is in a good position at the exit pit to connect the product
Conducts foreman responsibilities, such as overseeing laborers and/or crew member's work and monitors productivity
Oversee laborers and/or crew member’s work and monitor time usage is productive
Able to follow and complete tasks assigned by the business unit lead
Make sure job site is Safe for employee’s and pedestrians
Ensure one call tickets are current
Able to read specs and prints
Qualifications:
Preferred 2+ years of related experience as a horizontal directional drill rig operator and backhoe operator. Ability to develop bore path plan to ensure all utilities located
Preferred 1+ year experience with Falcon F5 Locator;
Various related equipment operating experience required, such as mini excavator, Vac Truck, etc
Inspect / maintain job equipment and tools
Have a clean driving record/; has a CDL license;
Must be able to travel thru out Florida with some overnight stay as necessary
Basic Computer Skills- e-mail, photo editing, maintain bore logs, red-line drawings, PDF Prints, Digi-mark Software, and basic Excel
Job Type: Full-time
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $29.00 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Vision insurance
Schedule:
10 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person