Directional Drill Operator

Department: Underground Construction
Location: Rochester
Employment Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: $23.00 $32.00 per hour

Summary:

As a Directional Drill Operator you will be responsible for operating directional drilling equipment to install underground infrastructure while ensuring compliance with safety and company standards.


Essential Functions:

• Operate directional drilling equipment to install conduit vaults and other underground infrastructure.
• Conduct an inspection of drilling equipment daily to ensure proper performance and safety.
• Operate a hydro-vac for potholing and site cleanup.
• Verify all nearby utilities are exposed prior to drilling.
• Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Be able to properly setup drilling equipment for successful and efficient bore shots based on environment and ground conditions.
• Be able to read and understand project prints.
• Safely operate a pick-up truck or bigger while towing a trailer.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2-5 years of proven experience operating a directional drill/locating.
• 2-5 years of directional drill locating experience preferably DCI F series locators.
• CDL-A license preferred.
• This role requires the operation of a company vehicle. A valid drivers license acceptable driving record and the ability to maintain insurability under the companys auto policy are essential.
• Strong understanding of directional drilling techniques and utility installation.
• Strong ability to perform basic maintenance on directional drills.
• Ability to read and interpret project prints.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to perform physical labor and lift heavy objects.
• Good communications skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
• Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time able to scoop bend and lift up to 75lbs.
• Ability to work in the following environments: Outside. Hot cold rain snow.
• Ability to travel out of state when required.

Schedule & Travel:

• MondayFriday approximately 4050 hours per week
• Weekend work as needed.

Compensation:

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The hourly pay-range for this position is $23.00/hr - $32.00/hr. The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors such as: training transferable skills work experience education business needs market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits which include health welfare and retirement are available at