HDD Locator w/ CDL

Job Details

Responsible for assisting Drill Operator in locating drill head and drilling in accordance with blueprints. Verify locate marks and confirm location of existing facilities. Assist with clean-up and other duties as assigned. The Locater is responsible for maintaining equipment per manufacturer’s specifications and safety guidelines.

- Ensures safety of the public and other utilities underground facilities.

- Perform duties according to prescribed safety procedures and uses appropriate safety equipment.

- Reads utility, locates and coordinating day lighting of these facilities.

- Ensures all applicable permits and locates are complete and on site.

- Inspect the work that is in progress to ensure that the workmanship conforms to specifications.

- Operates vehicles and equipment operations from trucks to other equipment as directed and certified.

- Leads team in the field effectively and efficiently as needed and directed by supervisor.

Success Factors

- Ability to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods, often under adverse climatic conditions.

- Capacity to read and understand blueprints; knowledge of utility depths and placements; general knowledge of construction practices is required

- Ability to work in trenches, manholes, tunnels and confined spaces in work settings with moderate to loud noise levels

- Ability to lift up to 80 lbs. multiple times during a work shift

- Ability to climb, dig, work in tight spaces, on uneven surfaces, walking, stooping, and kneeling

- Ability to understand and follow specific oral and written instructions

- Ability to work well independently and as a part of a team with co-workers

- Ability to pass motor vehicle, criminal background check, and comply with drug-free workplace policy

- English usage sufficient to keep records, place orders, and prepare simple narrative reports

- Willingness and ability to learn additional skills

Experience And Education

- High school diploma or equivalent desired

- Experience working with underground utilities desired

- Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus

Additional Requirements/Licenses/Certifications

- Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid State of Residence Driver’s License is required within two weeks of employment.

- Candidates must pass criminal and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) background checks and pass a pre-employment drug screen.

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