HDD LOCATOR

Job Description: Locator (Telecommunications)

Position: Locator
Department: Telecommunications
Location: Texas US
Reports To: Project Supervisor

Responsibilities:

• Utility Identification and Marking:
• Use specialized utility locating equipment to detect and mark the location of underground telecommunications lines, fiber optic cables, and other utilities.
• Ensure markings are clear, accurate, and compliant with project requirements and safety standards.
• Directional Drilling Support:
• Collaborate with the Horizontal Directional Drill (HDD) operator to guide the drill head along pre-determined paths, avoiding existing utilities and ensuring precision.
• Confirm and validate drill paths using project maps and field conditions.
• Pre-Project Site Assessment:
• Conduct thorough field inspections to identify and mitigate risks, including identifying potential underground utility conflicts.
• Verify utility maps and drawings before commencing any work.
• Safety and Compliance:
• Ensure all work adheres to local regulations, industry standards, and company safety policies.
• Protect public infrastructure and avoid damage to existing utilities.
• Equipment Handling and Maintenance:
• Operate, transport, and maintain locating equipment, ensuring it is calibrated and functioning correctly.
• Report any issues with equipment promptly to the supervisor.
• Documentation and Reporting:
• Keep detailed records of utility markings, drill paths, and job progress for reporting and compliance purposes.
• Assist with bore logs and other documentation required during and after the project.
• Team Collaboration:
• Work closely with the HDD team and supervisors to ensure smooth project execution.
• Provide training and guidance to crew members on utility locating and safety practices when needed.

Job Requirements:

• Experience:
• 2 years of utility locating or related experience in the telecommunications or infrastructure industry.
• Hands-on experience in urban environments with complex underground utility networks.
• Technical Skills:
• Proficiency in the use of utility locating equipment (e.g., ground-penetrating radar, electromagnetic locators).
• Familiarity with HDD equipment, including Vermeer or Ditch Witch systems.
• Knowledge:
• Understanding of telecommunications infrastructure, including fiber optic installation and maintenance.
• Awareness of local regulations and industry safety standards for utility locating and directional drilling.
• Physical Requirements:
• Ability to lift and transport heavy equipment.
• Comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions and on construction sites.
• Communication:
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective coordination with project teams.
• Licenses/Certifications:
• Valid Class A CDL with a clean driving record preferred.
• Certification in utility locating or directional drilling is a plus.

Key Attributes:

• Detail-oriented with a focus on precision and safety.
• Strong problem-solving skills to address on-site challenges.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of quality and compliance.

Why Join Our Team?
We are at the forefront of telecommunications infrastructure development, offering competitive compensation, professional growth opportunities, and a dynamic work environment. Join us to help build the networks of tomorrow!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.68 - $27.39 per hour

Physical Setting:

• Construction site

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Application Question(s):

• Do you have Canadian Citzenship?
• Are you willing to move to US?

Work Location: In person

Salary : $26 - $27