Horizontal Directional Drilling Operator / Locator

Job Description

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

Full-time