What are the responsibilities and job description for the Horizontal Directional Drill Locator position at Mears Group, Inc.?
Mears Group, A Quanta Services Company
At Mears Group, we believe in developing and retaining the best people in the industry and providing best value services to our customers in the natural gas and electric industries. We take pride in developing the infrastructure of our country by connecting people and resources. As an industry leader, we have built our reputation as a premier provider of services with a solid track record of performance, integrity and – above all – a commitment to safety, quality and our people.
HDD Locator
HDD Locator are responsible for precise HDD placement, utilizing the latest in electronics to navigate the drill stem in a trenchless operation. HDD Locators work under the supervision of the Superintendent. ***Specific job title may include Bore CDL Locator***
What Do You Offer Us?
- Locate utilities with either Digi-track or Subsite locating systems, preferably both
- Operate equipment, including, but not limited to directional drills, locating systems, trencher, backhoe, excavators
- Locators read and interpret utility maps to determine the presence of underground utilities.
- Capabilities to operate equipment to trench, place duct, pull cable, and direct bury main-line and drops
- Other duties as required for business purposes.
- Familiarity with Horizontal Directional Drills, ability to use cable placement equipment and tools; ability to identify and troubleshoot problems.
- Other related duties and projects as assigned
What We Offer You:
- Company website: To apply go to our website at mearscareers.net
- Industry-leading benefits: health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life and disability insurance, paidtime off (PTO) and 401(k).
What is Required?
- Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) may be required, at times.
- Experience with locating & verify all utilities before construction
- Ability to work safely, with or without supervision.
- Ability to work extended hours when necessary for business
- Experience working in construction is a plus
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Ability and willingness to travel as needed
- Lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds of force frequently
- Exertion up to 100 pounds of force occasionally
- Walking on uneven terrain/surfaces
- Sitting or standing for long periods of time
- Reaching and lifting overhead frequently
- Work environment outdoors in weather conditions that vary from freezing temperatures to heat above 90 degrees, in wet and dry conditions and in rural areas.
- Work may be performed in confined spaces. Some exposure to odors, gases, dust and dirt may occur.
- The noise level in the work environment may range from moderate to loud.
- May spend long periods of time driving and/or riding in line construction vehicles to reach remote areas of the service territory.
This position is subject to the Federal Department of Transportation (DOT) drug & alcohol testing regulations as outlined in 49 CFR Part 382 and/or 49 CFR Part 199.
