Directional Drill Operator

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At Alliant Energy our purpose is to serve customers and build stronger communities. We are passionate about powering beyond the market challenges of today while powering whats next in energy. When our employees say I am energy it means they take pride in the work we do when disaster strikes as well as all the days in between. We want you to be safe happy and healthy. Thats why we prioritize safety offer volunteer opportunities and provide competitive pay comprehensive health and retirement benefits tuition reimbursement and paid time off.

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Job Summary

Responsible for ensuring all directional boring plans and procedures are installed according to company specifications and design. Responsible for the proper bore path and depths of installed equipment proper completion of required paperwork providing assistance where necessary maintaining and ensuring efficiency and safety on each job site and may also require checking in on locates that have been called in before a job is started. Additional responsibilities may also include driving and operating digger/derrick truck and operating all associated power equipment; serving as Groundsman for line crews.

What you will do

• Operateshorizontaldirectional drillinaccordancewithblueprints anddesignatedplans.
• Operatesdirectionaldrill locatingequipment.
• Maintainscompanyequipmentperservicerequirementsandsafetyguidelines.
• Performssimplemaintenance ondrillingequipmentincludingbutnotlimitedtovice jawchanges sub saverinstallationetc.
• Assistswithconstructionclean-upasnecessary.
• Drivestruckwithatrailer attachedhauling directionaldrillorassociatedequipmenttothe worksite asdirected.
• Any otherdutiesandresponsibilities asassigned.
• Work outsideinvaryingweatherconditions.
• Must beabletooperateabackhoetrencher miniexcavator digger/derricktrucklarge systemboomtrucks(withacrew) andassociatedequipment.
• Undergroundinstallationoffiber electricandgasutilitiesandassociatedequipment.
• Exposeexistingutilitiescouldberequired todothiswiththeuseofhandtools.
• Use ofundergroundlocating equipmenttoidentifyutilities.
• Installundergroundutilities(gaselectricfiber etc.)
• Performsthenecessaryclericalworktoaccount forthemappingofmaterial/equipmentinstalled material usageandtimeasrequired.
• PerformrouteplanningandmappingwithGPStechnology.
• Classificationmayassist lineandgascrews whenable.
• Have generalknowledgeofthematerialusedintheconstructionofelectricalandgassystems.
• May workalonewhensafeand/ormayworkwithcrews.
• Utilitytypeofduties.
• Patrollines.
• Obtainanddeliverequipmentmaterialsandsuppliestoandfromthestoreroomorotherlocations.
• Performminormaintenance dutiesofthetruckandassociatedequipment.

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma Required
• Other Line or Gas School Graduate Preferred

Required Experience

• Horizontal directional drill experience
• Read and understand blueprints

Preferred Experience

• Previous experience in standard and high-risk areas
• Previous experience in underground installation and handling of fiber electric and gas utilities
• Underground utility and/or cable work - 1 year
• Tanker endorsement or the ability to obtain within 3 months of accepting position

Other Requirements

• Must possess a valid drivers license.
• Must be willing to travel.
• Requires Class A commercial drivers license
• This classification shall be required to hold a CDL and may operate vehicles that require the possession of a CDL (company policy regarding CDL applies to this classification).
• This position is covered by the Department of Transportation regulation on drug/alcohol testing (CFR 49 Part 199) and is subject to drug/alcohol testing according to said regulation.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of utility depths and placements
• Possess general knowledge of construction practices
• Ability to exercise good judgment during emergencies
• Capacity for accurate decisions and execution
• Ability to remain calm in emergency decisions
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of all company safety rules construction practices policies and procedures
• Basic knowledge of First Aid and CPR
• Will be required to work irregular hours during storm emergencies and as needed
• Multitask and efficiently oversee multiple projects
• Proficient with email ARC FM and other computer programs necessary to perform the work
• GPS logging to include downloading route information from locate equipment and planning routes

Our people are passionate about what they do the product they sell and the customers they serve. If youre looking for an opportunity to be a part of a work family that values collaboration innovation and dedication were the right company for you.

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Alliant Energy offers a comprehensive total rewards package including competitive compensation and benefit programs. Information on these benefit programs is available on our Careers site.

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Alliant Energy and its subsidiaries are committed to creating a culture of belonging and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where an applicants qualifications are considered without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or any other basis prohibited by law.

All candidates selected for employment with Alliant Energy will be required to successfully complete a background check and a drug screen where applicable.

Disclaimer:
The above information on this description has been crafted to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not crafted to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

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