Directional Drill Operator

Position Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

 Verita Telecommunications is seeking a Directional Drill Operator to safely operate a directional drill to place product underground and to work with the Locator to make decision on depths to drill at to avoid hitting underground utilities. 

• Develop plan for bore shot with onsite team 
• Complete Job Site Assessment on every job site. 
• Inspect and maintain all job equipment, including drill equipment and mixing unit. 
• Assure all safety measures are in place 
• Responsible for assisting in potholing, remediation, setting hand holes and pulling fiber. 
• Verify existing utilities. 
• Other duties as assigned 

CERTIFICATIONS (OBTAINABLE/RENEWABLE UPON ACCEPTANCE but required):

• CDL Class A preferred 
• Driver License Required 
• OHSA 10 Certification 
• High school diploma, or equivalent 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 2 years working (Preferred 3 years) with Vermeer or Ditch Witch DDD, or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 2 years working in telecommunications industry  
• Mechanical aptitude may require the individual to do minor equipment repair work

Essential Physical Demands/Work Environment: 

• Able to work in trenches, manholes, tunnels and confined spaces and in work settings with moderate to loud noise levels.
• Able to move in different positions – crouching, kneeling, reaching, bending and lifting 75 lbs., unassisted
• Working in inclement weather conditions, heat, cold, rain, ice, snow and wind. 
• The position requires clarity of vision with the ability to judge distance and space relationship. 
• Ability to identify and distinguish colors. 
• Willing to travel when necessary 

OTHER:

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The statements included in the description are intended to reflect the general nature and level of work assigned to this classification and should not be interpreted as all inclusive.