Assistant Pipefitter-Backhoe/Bore Operator (Class A CDL preferred)

TAK Broadband•Sacramento, CA

6h•$25 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

TAK Broadband is a leading end-to-end U.S. fiber broadband network construction contractor operating in 42 states. It builds more than just networks; it connects communities to new valuable digital opportunities. TAK offers comprehensive service solutions, from construction to drops to fulfillment. TAK’s ecosystem of partners allows it to successfully complete every project starting from the first point of conception. This includes engineering teams, distributors, and more than 100 qualified construction crews with extensive experience across all ISP types and markets; over 300 experienced bury drop crews; and more than 700 professional technicians. We are seeking a motivated Assistant Pipefitter with backhoe and/or directional drilling experience to join our team in Sacramento, CA to support pipeline construction and maintenance projects. This hands-on role involves assembling, installing, modifying, and repairing pipe systems that transport water, steam, air, and other liquids or gases. Responsibilities may include operating a variety of hand and power tools, preparing and cleaning job sites, digging trenches, setting supports, and assisting skilled tradespeople as needed. You will meet at the yard in Sacramento located at 1225 Grace Ave, 95834 and travel throughout the area

Requirements

Prior experience in construction operating a backhoe and/or bore/drill machine
Ability to prep and clean job sites, dig trenches or pits, backfill, and level ground to grade
Capable of safely controlling traffic in and around work zones
Experience with potholing to expose underground utilities
Basic knowledge of underground piping systems (storm, sanitary, or water) installation
Ability to assemble pipe sections, tubing, or fittings using various materials (e.g., couplings, clamps, cement, solder, etc.)
Skilled in measuring, marking, and locating pipe installations using rulers, levels, or similar tools
Ability to cut, thread, and shape pipes using saws, torches, pipe threaders, and benders
Comfortable operating hand tools, jackhammers, air compressors, and vacuums
Able to lift, carry, and transport tools and materials safely
Experience and ability to use basic hand tools, jackhammers and jumping jacks
Able to bend, lift, kneel and stand for long periods of time
Able to withstand exposure to heat, cold and rain; chemicals and fumes; dust from roads and break up of concrete; cars on roads
Able to travel to various job sites within 2-hour radius (meet at yard & return same day)
Must provide a valid government-issued photo ID for verification; a driver’s license is required if the role involves driving; Class A CDL preferred; N endorsement required; airbrakes & manual preferred
Passing of all pre-employment requirements (MVR, Background Check, Drug Screen)

Nice To Haves

OSHA 10 certification preferred

Responsibilities

Operates directional drill for installation of water laterals
Performs daily inspections, cleaning and routine maintenance on boring machinery
Coordinate with locator to track the drill head
Adheres to safety protocols, locates existing underground utilities and implements traffic control measures
Mixes and maintains appropriate drilling fluids for soil conditions
Reviews bore profiles, blueprints and utility maps and prepares job sites. Including setting up the drill and grounding equipment
Prep and clean job sites
Dig pits and/or for trenches, backfill, compact and level to grade
Control traffic in and around work zones
Pothole to expose utilities
Install underground storm, sanitary, or water piping systems, extending piping as needed to connect fixtures and plumbing
Assemble pipe sections, tubing, or fittings, using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, or soldering blaze
Locate and mark the position of pipe installations, connections, passage holes, or fixtures in structures, using measuring instruments such as rulers or levels
Cut, thread, or hammer pipes to specifications, using tools such as saws, cutting torches, pipe treaders or pipe benders
Operate hand tools, jackhammers, air compressors and vacuums
Load, transport and unload tools and materials
Perform general physical activities that may include climbing, lifting and balance
Complete pre-trip and driver logs when applicable
Drive Company vehicles responsibly and safely
Loading, properly strapping & hauling heavy equipment as well as towing a vac, dumping & cleaning the vac
Other duties as assigned