What are the responsibilities and job description for the Drill Locator I position at KGPCo?
| Category | Outside Plant | Position Type | Regular Full-Time |
Circet USA is an industry leading provider of Network Services solutions in North America. Our experienced workforce of over 2,000 professionals is skilled at planning, consulting, engineering, construction, program management and combined engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) solutions to meet our customer's rapidly changing infrastructure needs. We offer the most comprehensive solutions in the industry across ISP, OSP, Wireline, and Wireless.
Our customers include telecom service providers, MSO's, cloud service providers, and utilities. With nearly 50 years of experience, we have the ability to customize solutions to meet our customer's unique needs.
Summary:
A Drill Locater operates various equipment in conjunction with locating duties. i.e. Directional Drill locating, Hydrovac, Excavator, etc. They are responsible for knowing utility color codes to determine utility paths via locate paint or locate flags of utility placement and possess the ability to "read the job layout" to include looking for non-located utilities.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned:
- Locate/operate, trench, place duct, pull cable, and direct bury main-line and drops. Locate & verify all utilities before construction using multiple methods.
- Read blueprints and understand utility placement standards
- Maintain a professional demeanor with employees, customer and public always
- Ensuring company assets (vehicles, equipment, tools, etc.) are properly and continuously maintained in good repair and secured in a safe manner
- Organization of materials to complete excavation requirements, which may include basic hand tools, mechanical and hydro excavation
- Maintain bore logs and daily production reporting
- All other duties as assigned
SAFETY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Adhere to, promote, and accept personal responsibility for compliance to:
- Federal and Local Occupational Safety and Health Regulations
- Industry Consensus Standards
- KGPCo Injury and Illness Prevention Program Manual
- Participate in job site safety/hazard analysis
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, and/or QUALIFICATIONS
- 2-5 years of experience locating for a directional drill
- A valid CDL class A license is required or ability to acquire within 90 days
- We will assist in obtaining a CDL
- A demonstrated working knowledge of telecommunications
- Full understanding of utility colors and meanings
- Ability to locate drilling in both standard and high-risk areas, such as areas with live utilities
- Ability to listen to and implement directions
- Knowledge of operation and maintenance of equipment
- Knowledge of Underground Construction practices
- Able to use Ditch Witch locating equipment
- Ability to perform and/or instruct entry level skills and practices as required
- Ability to read, comprehend and carry out instructions
- Effective listening, interacting, and writing skills
- Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
- Must be able to pass pre-employment screening that includes background and drug testing
- Valid driver's license and driving record meeting the company policy conditions
- Must be in good physical condition with the ability to stoop, crawl, bend at the knees and waist, squat and lift 80 lbs; includes body weight, equipment, tools and boxes
- Must be able to stand for long periods of time on varied surfaces
- Position requires working outdoors in all types of weather and near vehicular traffic
- Exhibit personal power and leadership
- Exhibit self-awareness
- Exhibit a tendency for continuing education and self-improvement
- Exhibit enthusiasm and determination
- Exhibit industry awareness
- Exhibit exceptional organizational skills
- Exhibit the ability to live the KGPCo Values
KGPCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity
