What are the responsibilities and job description for the Directional Drill Operator position at McCall-Thomas Engineering?
McCall Thomas Engineering Company, Inc. is seeking a Directional Drill Operator to perform directional drilling for the installation of underground conduit and fiber optic cable. Travel will be required for this position- primarily in GA, NC and SC. Current project work is in Southeast GA.
About McCall-Thomas Engineering
McCall-Thomas Engineering is a trusted leader in the Electrical and Telecommunications industry, committed to delivering innovative and reliable solutions. With expertise in Communications Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electric Utility Services, and Field Operations, we provide comprehensive turn-key projects tailored to meet our clients' needs. McCall-Thomas Engineering we have been providing quality engineering and technical services since 1945.
As a McCall-Thomas Directional Drill Operator, you will be joining a team of dedicated individuals committed to our mission of providing quality solutions and services to our clients.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Perform standard maintenance work on drill and support equipment
- Drive/operate diesel or gasoline powered equipment to/from/on jobsite (backhoe, trencher, directional bore, bucket truck)
- Locate buried wiring/cabling and install underground telecommunications cables
- Install coax and fiber systems using ditch witch or vermeer type drill
- Flagging/Safely coordinate vehicles and equipment within public areas/active work sites
- Restore worksite
- Perform general construction work using using hand tools under direction of Foreman
- Performs other duties as necessary
What Will You Need:
- HS diploma
- Valid Class A CDL with clean driving record
- Eligibility to work in the US without sponsorship
- Minimum 2 years' experience in directional drilling
- Ability to locate and dig around utilities to install underground conduit and fiber optic cable
- Ability to complete daily bore logs manually and electronically
- Ability to read and understand maps, drawings, and diagrams for the project build process
- Ability to follow directions, produce quality work, maintain safe working habits/conditions according to all Federal, State, and Company regulations and policies
- Positive attitude and ability to complete tasks on schedule
- Ability to maintain positive working relationships
Preferred Certifications:
- OSHA 10
- OSHA 30
- First Aid
- Flagging
- CPR
What We Offer:
At McCall-Thomas, we offer employees the chance to work with great people on exciting projects, with opportunity for growth. We also provide a full range of benefits for full-time regular employees, such as:
- Competitive compensation
- 100% company-paid medical insurance
- Company-paid long-term disability insurance
- Company-paid life insurance
- 401k plan (employer match available)
- Paid time off and holiday leave
- Stock ownership opportunities