Directional Drilling Locator/Operator

Directional Drilling Locator/Operator

The Aspen Utility Company, LLC

Location

Wausau

Posted date

3 days ago

Minimum level

N/A

Employment type

Full-time

Job category

Production

About Us

Aspen Utility Company, a Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE:PWR) company, has been serving Texas for over 15 years. Aspen is a leader in the telecommunications construction sector. We specialize in aerial and underground construction, Design/Engineering/Permitting, inside plant cabling, small cell tower, and Coax & Fiber splicing.

We focus on career development and reward excellence, recognizing each team member's unique contributions. We're at the forefront of powering modern life. Discover how your skills and dedication can make a real difference to us.

About this Role

Job Summary:

The Directional Drilling Locator/Operator position is a locator who will work with a driller to install conduit and cable underground using horizontal directional drilling equipment and locating devices. In addition, the Locator and the Driller will work together to install handholes, flowerpots, pedestals and row signs and cable as required. Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned. This position requires field work which may include overtime, weekends, holidays, and off hours and working in inclement weather.

What You'll Do

Responsibilities:

Responsible for locating the drill head during drilling operations

Potholing

Operate various digging equipment, assist the driller with operation of the drill

Install handholes, flowerpots and other OSP devices

Accurately complete progress forms, project activity reports and all other documentation pertaining to work assignments

Safely work in streets and alleys as well as other work conditions including manholes, ditches, and other excavations

Operate crew vehicles, drilling equipment, vactron equipment, various equipment, and conduit trailers, backhoe/mini-excavator, core drilling equipment and other tools and equipment normally used in horizontal directional drilling activities

Familiar with proper safety equipment and instruct new trainees in the proper use of the equipment and installation per the design

Follows OSHA, NESC, company safety regulations and precautions when completing assigned work

Other duties as assigned

Working Conditions:

Work is performed in all temperatures, climates, and weather conditions. Able to perform the physical tasks required in this position for the entire assigned shift. Some exposure to odors, gases, dust and dirt may occur. The noise level in the work environment may range from moderate to loud.

Lifting and carrying of 50 to 60 lbs. frequently is required. Job requires standing, walking, and sitting, climbing, bending, twisting, pushing, pulling and reaching occasionally. May spend long periods of time driving and/or riding in line construction vehicles to reach remote areas of the service territory.

What You'll Bring

Qualifications:

High school diploma or the equivalent is required. HDD training is desirable

Minimum of 3 years as a horizontal directional drilling locator

CDL or ability to obtain a CDL is desirable

Safe work history

Ability to read and interpret OSP maps and designs

Knowledge of NESC, OSHA, and related state and local codes

Ability to use a laptop or tablet to send and receive e-mail and complete production reports etc.

Strong planning, organizational, and follow up skills

Good analytical and communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to work effectively with multiple department staffs

Ability to recognize priority issues and escalate accordingly

Ability to learn new processes and procedures

What You'll Get

As a Quanta Services employee, you'll be offered a wide range of benefits to fit your needs.

401(k) with immediate matching and vesting

Fully comprehensive benefits packages; Medical, Dental, Vision

Your choice of PPO, HSA, FSA

Short term and long term benefits

Employee discounts on consumer goods

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, inter, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company's Human Resources department.