Operator II HDD- CDL-A Required

Peak Utility Infrastructure is an integrated engineering and construction company that serves the Electric, Natural Gas, and Telecommunications industries. We provide a full suite of engineering, construction, operations, and maintenance services, including repair, replacement, maintenance, and installation of natural gas, telecommunications, and electric infrastructure through our operating subsidiaries: SiteWise, Kelly Cable, Riley Brothers, 5 Star Electric, Superior Hydrovac and Superior Pipeline Services. Position Title: Operator II - HDD Pay Rate: $30.00 - $36.00 per hour DOE Our Core Values: Guided by Safety. Focused on Communities. Powered by Care Classification: Non-Exempt Essential Functions: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The Directional Drilling Operator will be primarily responsible for setup and completion of drilling variable sized underground holes and pulling back required conduit. Drilling Operator will work with the Outside Plant Supervisor, the Locator and the Laborers to complete job requirements from start to finish on outside plant projects including digging boring pit, directional boring, pulling back of conduit, splicing of conduit sections, pulling fiber through conduit, setting hand holes, backfilling and seeding, core drilling and pot holing, building penetrations and close out pictures and redlines. Roles and Responsibilities: Operate Horizontal Directional Drill Assist in potholing and remediation Assist with setting hand holes and completing tie ins Drive equipment to job site Confirms with locator/lead the bore path to drill Set equipment up including the drill, water tanks and grounding the machine Drill out following the predetermined drill path to the exit pit Communicate with the locator/lead via radio to confirm the location of the drill head Assist with the install of proper pulling gear and hook up product Reverse process to install product Oversee laborers and/or crew member’s work and monitor time usage Conduct post-job quality checks Clean, check fluid levels and conduct a visual inspection of vehicle/equipment to assure your vehicle/equipment is performing at optimum safety, perform the required pre-trip, post trip inspections and the required paperwork, perform needed maintenance including winterizing equipment. Communicates with Supervisor daily to turn in required paperwork (i.e. Bore log, vehicle maintenance reports, etc.) Follows specifications for the job and company policies Success Factors: Ability to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods, often under adverse climatic conditions. Ability to lift up to 80 lbs multiple times during a work shift Ability to climb, dig, work in tight spaces, on uneven surfaces, walking, stooping, and kneeling Ability to understand and follow specific oral and written instructions Ability to work well independently and as a part of a team with co-workers Ability to pass motor vehicle, criminal background check, and comply with drug-free workplace policy English usage sufficient to keep records, place orders, and prepare simple narrative reports Willingness and ability to learn additional skills Experience and Education: 1+ years of demonstrated Horizontal Directional Drilling experience Strong knowledge of underground utilities Working knowledge of DOT regulations (Vehicle and Operator Qualifications) Understanding of client and company work specifications Ability to comply with the “Operator’s Manual” for your equipment Ability to read and comprehend and follow all quality/safety policies and procedures Self-motivated, safety, quality and production minded Maintain valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL Class A, with airbrake endorsement) Ability to work in all types of weather Knowledge of underground pot holing preferred Self-motivated, safety, quality and production minded Additional Requirements/Licenses/Certifications: Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid State of Residence Driver’s License is required within two weeks of employment. Candidates must pass criminal and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) background checks and pass a pre-employment drug screen. The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer. Qualifications Licenses & Certifications Required Driver License - CDL A Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr SiteWise Corp