What are the responsibilities and job description for the OSP Drill Operator II position at KGPCo?
| Category | Outside Plant | Position Type | Regular Full-Time |
KGPCo Services 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.
A Drill Operator II is responsible for operating directional drills safely and accurately. They will also assist in training and leading other crew members as needed.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned:
- Safely operate Directional Boring rigs
- Ensure safe operation of any support equipment
- Constantly communicate with crew members
- Ensure potholes are dug prior to crossing utilities
- Maintains accuracy in all reporting functions
- Assist with JSA's and constantly being on the lookout for changing conditions
- Assist Laborers with hand digging and pot holing when needed
- Performs other related 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
- Must wear common protective safety equipment, such as safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, hard hats and high visible vest when working on-site
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
- 5-8 years of experience operating Directional Boring rigs and walk over locating
- Ability to operate or learn all heavy equipment as needed: boring rigs, mini excavators, backhoes, trenches etc.
- Class A CDL is preferred but required
- Ability to lift up to 75 pounds on occasion and up to 50 pounds on a regular basis
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency.
- A high level of time management, organizational skills, problem solving, solution oriented, accountability, and prioritization skills
- Ability to understand utility locates
- Ability to review and understand construction drawings and specifications
- Ability to detect wearing parts and maintenance
- Determine proper down hole tooling needed (backreaming)
- Ability to give direction, adapt to change, establish relationships, and assume responsibility for work outcomes
- Knowledge of public safety and security issues and regulations
- 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
