Peak Utility Services Group

Directional Drill Locator

LocationAlbuquerque, NM
Job TypeFull-time
Salary$49,920-$74,880

About This Job

Peak Utility Services Group is an integrated group of engineering and construction companies serving the Electric, Natural Gas and Telecommunications industry. 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 four operating subsidiaries: SiteWise, Kelly Cable, Riley Brothers and Superior Pipeline Services.


Position Title: Directional Drill Locator

The Directional Drill Locator is responsible for ensuring the correct path and depth of drilling for installation of dry utilities.


Our Core Values: TRAITS

Trust, Respect, Accountability, Integrity, Teamwork, and Safety.


Essential Functions:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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 every 10 feet or sooner if needed
Ensure the drill head is in a good position at the exit pit to connect the product
May drive equipment to job site
Oversee laborers and/or crew member’s work and monitor time usage
Conduct post-job quality checks and clean up
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
Communicates with Supervisor daily to turn in required paperwork (i.e. Dailies labor hours, F and D tickets, vehicle maintenance reports, etc.)
Follows specifications for the job and company policies
Complies with safety procedures while driving and at job sites
Strive for optimal production while working safely and performing quality work
At end of work day, truck and equipment should be returned to shop and secure


Success Factors:

Knowledge of underground pot holing is a plus
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 particular equipment
Self-motivated, safety, quality and production minded
Ability to read and comprehend and follow all quality/safety policies and procedures


Experience and Education:

High school diploma or equivalent desired
Experience working with underground utilities desired
CDL A is a plus
2 - 3 years demonstrated Horizontal Directional Drilling locating experience
2 - 3 years demonstrated experience in dry utilities preferred
Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus


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.


Notes:

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.


Job Type: Full-time


Pay: $24.00 - $36.00 per hour


Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Referral program
Retirement plan
Vision insurance


Schedule:

10 hour shift
8 hour shift
Day shift
Evening shift
Monday to Friday
Overtime
Weekends as needed


Application Question(s):

Have you located for Vermeer and Ditchwitch drills?
What locators are you most familiarized with?


Work Location: In person