Driller

UGE Drill ForemanMasTec Utility Services delivers critical infrastructure construction and engineering services for power delivery, gas, and water customers, specializing in overhead and underground electric distribution for power delivery systems, gas distribution construction for gas systems, and turnkey solutions for a variety of water, sewer, and civil infrastructure projects. Backed by the strength of decades of experience, unrivaled industry skills, and a deep commitment to core values, MUS delivers safe, innovative, and environmentally responsible services that provide extraordinary value to clients.MasTec Utility Services is a purpose-driven company. Our core values guide our strategy, performance, and culture. We believe in maintaining an environment where team members can make an impact, grow, and thrive. A place where they find meaning and purpose in doing the important work of ensuring communities have the vital energy, light, and communications to prosper. Our culture is inclusive and welcoming. Our teams are empowered with abundant training, tools, and opportunities to follow their curiosity and ambitions. Everyone has an equal chance to advance. Everyone is supported, respected, and challenged to be their best.Job SummaryThe UGE Drill Foreman leads the crew to complete daily tasks related to the construction and maintenance of underground power lines, from plant/station to meter base, auxiliary facilities, and equipment for the distribution of electricity. In addition, they read blueprints of projects and are responsible for production. This position oversees the Line team and works with other personnel from other departments.Core ResponsibilitiesOperates Directional Drill for installation of underground telecommunications cable conduit, including fiber optic cable.Ensures safety of the public and other utilities underground facilities.Performs all duties according to prescribed safety procedures and uses appropriate safety equipment.Setup and cleanup of work site including traffic and pedestrian control.Reads utility locates and coordinating day lighting of these facilities.Ensures all applicable permits and locates are complete and on site.Inspects the work that is in progress to ensure that the workmanship conforms to specifications.Operates construction equipment to facilitate alignment, movement, and adjustment of machinery to conform to grade specifications.Level earth to final grade specifications.Operates vehicles and equipment operations from trucks to other equipment as directed and certified.Performs proper maintenance by greasing, oiling, and making minor repairs on equipment.Leads teams in the field effectively and efficiently as needed and directed by supervisor.Confirm bore path with install foreman and drill operator (including walking the bore path).Perform job site analysis (JSA) including completion of paperwork.Ensure there are proper clearances to install the product per standards.Record the depth of the tool head as required.Ensure the drill head is in a good position at the exit pit to connect the product.Oversee laborers and/or crew member's work and monitor time usage.QualificationsMinimum QualificationsHigh school diploma, or equivalent.OSHA 10 Certification.3 years of Directional Drill experience.Valid CDL Class A driver's license or obtain one within 30 days of employment.Preferred Qualifications4 or more years of experience.Experience with different size Vermeer or Ditch Witch units and various brands of locating equipment.Working experience of underground construction and Fiber builds.City, County and State clearance code knowledge and related.Physical Demands and Work EnvironmentThis job operates in a field environment. This role routinely requires extended periods of bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting, lifting in awkward positions, standing, and twisting. Also, working in inclement weather conditions, such as extreme heat, extreme cold, rain, ice, snow, and wind. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. This position is physically active, with lifting required. Must be able to bend and lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Clarity of vision at 20 feet or more or 20 inches or less, with the ability to judge distance and space relationships. Precise hand-eye coordination. Ability to identify and distinguish colors.Equal Employment Opportunity: The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law and EEOC regulations. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Saiia Construction Company LLC, a MasTec Company