What are the responsibilities and job description for the Directional Drill Operator/Locator position at Gridsource?
GridSource is seeking a Directional Drill Operator/ Locator in Portland, OR.
Pay Rate: $40 per hour
$5000 Sign-On Bonus!
- Operating drill and/or locating equipment: 3 years
- Operating Ditch Witch and Vermeer Drilling equipment (JT5 / D10x15): 2 years
Why Work for GridSource & its family of companies?
GridSource is a full-service utility contractor specializing in construction for the telecommunication and broadband industries, and underground construction for the natural gas distribution industry in the country. Here at GridSource, we understand any company is only as good as its employees and our employees are the most important part of our company. When becoming an employee at GridSource, you are part of a team that looks out for your best interests. Our leadership team is passionate about mentoring and setting our employees up for success!
Responsibilities:
Work consists of day-to-day drilling and pullback of various sized conduits for outside plant fiber networks. Most of the work is performed under master service agreements with telecom carriers and regional utilities. The scope of work consists of new builds, maintenance, and restoration in rural and metro areas and the scope of work varies between each job.
Requirements:
- Locate underground utilities and monitor locating process during drilling
- Read prints and demonstrate good judgement in the field
- Work as a team in tandem with supervisor, manager, and other crew members
- Perform all duties adhering to company safety procedures and policies
- Operating drill and/or locating equipment: 3 years
- Operating Ditch Witch and Vermeer Drilling equipment (JT5 / D10x15): 2 years
- Heavy Equipment Operator WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Required to work within limited confines, such as crawl spaces, as needed.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts.
- The employee must be able to work in an outdoor environment year around in all weather conditions.
- The employee is occasionally exposed to the risk of electrical shock, radiation, and vibration.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Pay Weekly
- Health, Vision, & Dental Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401k Plan
- Paid sick leave in accordance with any applicable state or municipal laws
GridSource Inc., LLC is a proud supporter of our U.S. military, veterans, and their families - Thank You for Your Service! Active military, transitioning service members, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.
GridSource, strives to hire, recruit, and promote associates without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or veteran's status. GridSource, is an Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Employer. Gridsource will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- directional drill operator: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Portland, OR: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person