Directional Drill Operator/Locator

Overview: MasTec Communication Group gives you the opportunity to utilize your telecom construction expertise.
MasTec Communication Group takes great pride in providing engineering, construction, design, and management solutions that meet the growing telecommunications needs throughout the United States.
Join our fast-growing team of professionals and help us provide the highest level of quality service to our customers and communities while maintaining our commitment to safety.
Join us in expanding technology for a better community.
Hard work pays off.
See what you’ll get for your effort: Financial Security 401(k) with company match Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) Life insurance Short-term and Long-term disability Red Wing Boot Voucher Health and Wellness Medical, dental and vision insurance HSA flexible spending Dependent care flexible spending Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Work/Life Balance Paid time off Paid holidays Family and medical leave Bereavement leave Employee Referral Program Refer someone who delivers excellence just like you and receive a $1,000 incentive for a referral that becomes a permanent hire! We meet your commitment with competitive pay and benefits.
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We are currently seeking Directional Drill Operators/Locators to join our dynamic Team.
The role of a Horizontal/Directional Drill Operator and Locator includes operating horizontal/directional drill rigs, locating equipment and product support equipment.
Perform semi-skilled activities related to HDD locating must be familiar with industry standards, policies, guidelines, and procedures.
Responsibilities: Operates Horizontal Directional Drill for installation of underground telecommunications cable conduit, including fiber optic cable.
Ensures safety of the public and other utilities underground facilities.
Performs all duties according to prescribed safety procedures and uses appropriate safety equipment.
Setup and cleanup of work site including traffic and pedestrian control.
Reads utility locates and coordinating day lighting of these facilities.
Ensures all applicable permits and locates are complete and on site.
Inspects the work that is in progress to ensure that the workmanship conforms to specifications.
Operates construction equipment to facilitate alignment, movement, and adjustment of machinery to conform to grade specifications.
Level earth to final grade specifications.
Operates vehicles and equipment operations from trucks to other equipment as directed and certified.
Performs proper maintenance by greasing, oiling, and making minor repairs on equipment.
Leads teams in the field effectively and efficiently as needed and directed by supervisor.
Confirm bore path with install foreman and drill operator (including walking the bore path.
Perform job site analysis (JSA) including completion of paperwork.
Ensure there are proper clearances to install the product per standards.
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.
Oversee laborers and/or crew members work and monitor time usage.
Qualifications: 3 years of Horizontal Directional Drill experience.
Valid drivers license.
Must obtain a CDL class A drivers license within 30 days of employment.
Clean driving record.
Experience with different size Vermeer or Ditch Witch units and various brands of locating equipment.
Working experience of underground construction and Fiber builds.
City, County and State clearance code knowledge and related.
Ability to read and understand maps, drawings, and diagrams for project build process.
Willing to work outdoors in all types of weather and work overtime as required.
Pay Range: $18.
00-$22.
00/hr.
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