What are the responsibilities and job description for the HDD Locator position at ITG Communications, LLC?
Job Description
The HDD Locator will operate various types of locators including Subsite and Falcon. This position requires good knowledge of safely operating equipment around live utilities in the underground/telecom utility field. The candidate must have full knowledge of underground fiber installation operations and must be capable and proficient in equipment operations.
Responsibilities
Experience:
High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
Experience operating underground construction equipment such as those described above, required.
Strong work ethic.
Must have good communication skills and a positive attitude.
Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
The ability to work safely, with or without supervision.
CDL A and tanker endorsement preferred.
Physical Requirements
ITG is an equal employment opportunity employer. ITG’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. ITG also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on these protected categories. ITG’s policy is to comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws respecting the consideration of unemployment status in hiring decisions
The HDD Locator will operate various types of locators including Subsite and Falcon. This position requires good knowledge of safely operating equipment around live utilities in the underground/telecom utility field. The candidate must have full knowledge of underground fiber installation operations and must be capable and proficient in equipment operations.
Responsibilities
- Identify and mark the location of underground utilities such as water, gas, electric, and telecommunications lines. This involves using equipment like magnetic, radar, and electrical devices to precisely locate these lines
- Operate excavation equipment (backhoe, trencher, hydro-vac, etc.)
- Walk and confirm bore path, spot utilities
- Ensure 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.
- Place conduit and/or cables in trenches, splice conduit sections (install couplers) as directed, and place anchors, pedestals, vaults, etc., to complete construction tasks
- Hand dig with shovels, picks, and digging bars to expose located utilities, access u/g vaults and pedestals, and complete trenches
- Must be able to operate tamps, jackhammers, core drills, concrete saws, and other miscellaneous equipment safely
Experience:
High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
Experience operating underground construction equipment such as those described above, required.
Strong work ethic.
Must have good communication skills and a positive attitude.
Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
The ability to work safely, with or without supervision.
CDL A and tanker endorsement preferred.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to use hands to handle or feet
- Ability to stand, walk, sit
- Ability to reach with hands and arms
- Ability to climb and balance
- Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl
- Ability to lift to 75 lbs as needed
- Ability to maintain all safety expectations
- Works outdoors for extended periods
- Exposed to extreme weather conditions
- Must be able to operate machinery in all weather conditions and terrains
- Must be able to work at heights and/or confined spaces
ITG is an equal employment opportunity employer. ITG’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. ITG also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on these protected categories. ITG’s policy is to comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws respecting the consideration of unemployment status in hiring decisions