Locator - Directional Drill Bore

About the role

At CableCom, LLC, as a Locator, you’ll operate electronic locating equipment to guide a horizontal directional drill along a planned path, ensuring accuracy while avoiding existing underground utilities.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret utility maps / prints to identify the type and size of underground utilities.
• Operate different electronic detection equipment, to locate and mark underground facilities within prescribed accuracy limits.
• Use assigned communication equipment to effectively communicate with excavators, utility reps, and company personnel, regarding underground facilities.
• Perform light excavation with a shovel, to expose buried utilities when necessary.
• Provide accurate documentation and or sketches related to all locates completed.
• Receive and respond to excavation notices during normal and after hours in accordance with established time requirements.
• Respond to emergency calls.
• Work weekends, night work and/or overnight travel as needed.
• Operate company vehicles in a safe manner and maintain a professional appearance.
• Perform manhole entry using assigned equipment and safety devices.

Requirements

• Be 18 years of age or older.
• Authorization to work in the United States for this company.
• A High School Diploma, GED equivalent, or relevant work experience.
• A valid US driver's license (cannot be Provisional), including an acceptable driving record.
• Drill Locator Experience Required.
• Physical Abilities & Exposures: Routinely work alone in remote locations with arms above shoulder level, operate vehicle, squeeze, fine hand motion, bend, stoop, stand, walk, lift up to 55 pounds, use keyboard and mouse; Occasionally use portable ladder, work in confined spaces and climb stairs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Experience operating electronic locating equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret utility maps.
• Physical ability to perform light excavation and manhole entry.

Skills

• Reading and interpreting utility maps.
• Operating electronic detection equipment.
• Effective communication skills.
• Light excavation skills.
• Documentation and sketching abilities.
• Emergency response skills.
• Vehicle operation and maintenance.
• Confined space entry and safety.

Benefits

• All equipment provided.
• Weekly Paychecks.
• Growth Opportunities.
• Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Holidays.
• Insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance).
• 401(k) w/ Company Match.
• Stock Purchase Plan.
• Education Reimbursement.
• Legal Insurance.
• Discounts on gym memberships, pet insurance, and much more!

Pay

The wage range for Locator - Directional Drill Bore is $23.00 - $28.00.

Schedule

Mon - Fri 7am-3:30pm