What are the responsibilities and job description for the Directional Drill Operator position at Tower Engineering Professionals?
Directional Drill Operator / Locator Location: Tampa, FL Tower Engineering Professionals is seeking a full-time Directional Drill Operator in our Tampa, FL office. As an operator, you will serve as an integral member of our construction team. Tower Engineering Professionals offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental insurance, paid vacation and holidays, 401k with company match, and a relaxed, fun environment. Mini Excavator Equipment Operator Responsibilities:
- Operates directional bore equipment for underground utility construction
- Performing routine equipment checks and maintenance
- Spotting existing utilities in the work right of way
- Installing communication vaults and conduit trenching
- Recognize safety hazards and perform duties in a safe manner
- Act as a team lead and mentor to less experienced Construction Field Technicians
- Perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned.
- Ensuring sites are kept clean and safe.
- Attend weekly safety meetings
- Must have High school diploma or equivalent
- Must have 2 years of experience working in civil construction
- Must be at least 21 years old, have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record dating back 5 years to operate a company vehicle
- Must have experience with all aspects of telecommunication construction including installing conduits, hand hole vaults, fiber installation and small pole foundations
- Must have experience with customer interfacing and problem resolution
- Must maintain level of excellence in crew’s quality of work and mindset
- Ability to use and care of hand tools and mechanical equipment
- Willingness to take hands on approach in leading their team through demonstration
- Knowing the hazards associated with construction equipment, and working on or near energized lines and equipment
- Ability to lift up to 75lbs
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Highly organized and be able to effectively report verbally and written reports back to Project Manager