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- Full-time
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Underground Locator

ITG Communications -
Boaz, AL

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Job Details

Full-time
$20 - $25 an hour

Qualifications

Outdoor work experience
Team leadership
High school diploma or GED
Underground surveys
Construction plans
Ground-penetrating radar
Construction regulations
Directional drilling
Project leadership

Full Job Description

Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate underground drilling operations as the primary person in charge of drill crews.
Locate and identify existing underground utilities prior to drilling using specialized detection equipment.
Interpret utility maps, construction plans, and design specifications to plan efficient and safe bore paths.
Direct drilling operations by communicating with the driller regarding depth, direction, and obstacles.
Monitor drilling progress using specialized electronic tracking equipment to track drill head position.
Perform potholing and visual verification of utility crossings to ensure accurate depth measurements.
Ensure all drilling operations comply with safety protocols and damage prevention requirements.
Document utility locations, bore paths, and completed work with precise measurements and details.
Make critical decisions regarding drill path adjustments to avoid existing utilities and obstacles.
Communicate with property owners, local utility representatives, and other stakeholders as needed.
Maintain and calibrate locating equipment to ensure accuracy.
Train and mentor crew members on proper locating techniques and underground safety protocols.

Key Measures / Key Performance Indicators:

Utility strike prevention record
Accuracy of utility location and bore path planning
Productivity and completion rates
Documentation quality and completeness
Safety compliance and incident prevention
Equipment maintenance and calibration records
First Time Right rates
Leadership effectiveness with drill crews

Requirements

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent required
Technical training in utility location and underground construction preferred
Certification in utility location or horizontal directional drilling techniques/ equipment highly desirable

Experience:

4+ years of experience in underground construction or utility location
Experience with horizontal directional drilling operations
Demonstrated expertise with utility locating equipment
Experience interpreting utility maps and construction plans

Exposure:

Comprehensive knowledge of underground utility infrastructure
Expertise with electromagnetic and ground-penetrating radar locating equipment
Understanding of soil conditions and their impact on drilling operations
Knowledge of utility color coding standards and marking protocols
Familiarity with state and local regulations regarding underground construction

Factors critical to success at ITG Communications for this position:

Exceptional attention to detail and precision with excellent spatial reasoning abilities
Strong leadership and decision-making skills under pressure
Unwavering commitment to safety and damage prevention as top priorities

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand, walk, and sit
Ability to use hands to handle or feet
Ability to reach with hands and arms
Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, bend and crawl
Ability to lift up to 75 lbs
Ability to work in confined spaces when necessary
Ability to maintain all safety expectations
Ability to work in various weather conditions and terrain types

Please note:

This is a safety-sensitive position. The employee has responsibility for their own safety and the safety of others. The employee must be able to perform all duties in accordance with safety regulations, company policies, and client requirements. This includes but is not limited to:

Following all required safety protocols and procedures
Using appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
Operating vehicles and equipment safely
Maintaining valid certifications and licenses as required
Participating in mandatory safety training and meetings
Reporting unsafe conditions or practices
Passing required drug and alcohol screening
Maintaining physical capabilities necessary to perform essential job functions safely

Failure to meet these safety requirements may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.

Additional Comments

ITG is an equal employment opportunity employer. ITG’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. ITG also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also ITG’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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