Directional Drill Operator

DIRECTIONAL DRILL OPERATOR

CDL-A Preferred

Americom Technologies LLC is looking for a highly motivated individual to join our team in our OSP Department. The OSP Department is responsible for underground infrastructure placing conduit, fiber, and copper to support telecommunications, data networks, and fire mitigation.

For over 40 years, Americom has built a reputation for expertise, integrity, and responsiveness. We have grown to support a staff of over 100 dedicated, experienced employees who make us the premier communications construction company in the Intermountain West. Our project portfolio includes work for government agencies, educational facilities, industrial and retail properties, commercial real estate, telecom organizations, data centers, contractors, and consultants. Americom is a subsidiary of Crestone Services Group.

JOB SUMMARY

A Horizontal/Directional Drill Locator/ Operator is specially trained and has expertise in locating utilities for horizontal/directional drill rigs and product support equipment. This individual will be primarily responsible for setup and completion of drilling variable sized underground bore holes and pulling back required conduit/pipe. As a Directional Driller/Equipment Operator, you are responsible for running a variety of directional drilling equipment; Directional Drill, (Vermeer and/or Ditch Witch) Vac. Truck, Mud Truck, Excavator, Forklift, Dump truck, Locator, along with others not listed.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Locate utilities for Horizontal Directional Drill for installation of underground conduit and fiber optic cable.
• Operate Horizontal Directional Drill
• Assist in potholing and remediation.
• Assist with setting hand holes and completing tie-ins.
• Set equipment up including the drill, water tanks and the grounding for the drill.
• Ability to properly formulate and mix drilling mud for the site conditions.
• Ability to perform proper reaming and pull back methods for existing conditions.
• Follows specifications for the job and company policies.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience, minimum 5 years, operating a directional drill (Vermeer and/or Ditch Witch).
• Competent person certificates with MSHA and OSHA preferred.
• Ensure safety of the public and other utilities underground facilities.
• Ability to read and comprehend utility locate information.
• Oversee laborers and/or crew members work and monitor time usage.
• Ability to properly clean and maintain the equipment, check fluid levels, and conduct a visual inspection of vehicle/equipment to assure your vehicle/equipment is performing at optimum safety, perform the required pre-trip, post trip inspections and the required reports, perform needed maintenance including winterizing equipment.
• Communicates with Supervisor daily to turn in required reports (i.e. Bore log, vehicle maintenance reports, crew time logs etc.)
• Complies with safety procedures on and off the project site.

• Strive for optimal production while working safely and performing quality work.

CERTIFICATIONS (PREFERRED)

• OSHA 10 and/or OSHA 30
• Competent Person certification
• Class A CDL

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Outdoor work in varied weather conditions (heat, cold, wind, etc.)
• Exposure to noise, heavy equipment, and construction environments
• Travel between multiple job sites as required.
• Able to lift up to 80 lbs.
• Stand and walk for extended periods.
• Climb ladders, enter trenches, vaults, manholes, and confined spaces.

BENEFITS

• Health (shared cost)
• Dental (shared cost)
• Vision (shared cost)
• 401k – with match
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Voluntary benefits
  • Critical Illness
  • Accident
  • Cancer
  • Gap
  • Legal
• Voluntary Life
• Basic Life (company paid)
• EAP (company paid)
• PTO
• Holiday Pay

AMERICOM CORE VALUES

Drive to Innovate

Each Customer Counts

Lead from Any Seat

Trust Your Team

If you want to work with a progressive, technological, and growing company and have team spirit, please submit your resume.

Americom Technology LLC is an equal employment opportunity employer.