Directional Drilling Locator/Operator

Quanta Services•Hockley, TX

About The Position

About Us Aspen Utility Company, a Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE:PWR) company, has been serving Texas for over 15 years. Aspen is a leader in the telecommunications construction sector. We specialize in aerial and underground construction, Design/Engineering/Permitting, inside plant cabling, small cell tower, and Coax & Fiber splicing. We focus on career development and reward excellence, recognizing each team member's unique contributions. We're at the forefront of powering modern life. Discover how your skills and dedication can make a real difference to us. About this Role Job Summary: The Directional Drilling Locator/Operator position is a locator who will work with a driller to install conduit and cable underground using horizontal directional drilling equipment and locating devices. In addition, the Locator and the Driller will work together to install handholes, flowerpots, pedestals and row signs and cable as required. Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned. This position requires field work which may include overtime, weekends, holidays, and off hours and working in inclement weather.

Requirements

High school diploma or the equivalent is required.
HDD training is desirable
Minimum of 3 years as a horizontal directional drilling locator
CDL or ability to obtain a CDL is desirable
Safe work history
Ability to read and interpret OSP maps and designs
Knowledge of NESC, OSHA, and related state and local codes
Ability to use a laptop or tablet to send and receive e-mail and complete production reports etc.
Strong planning, organizational, and follow up skills
Good analytical and communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to work effectively with multiple department staffs
Ability to recognize priority issues and escalate accordingly
Ability to learn new processes and procedures

Nice To Haves

HDD training is desirable
CDL or ability to obtain a CDL is desirable

Responsibilities

Responsible for locating the drill head during drilling operations
Potholing
Operate various digging equipment, assist the driller with operation of the drill
Install handholes, flowerpots and other OSP devices
Accurately complete progress forms, project activity reports and all other documentation pertaining to work assignments
Safely work in streets and alleys as well as other work conditions including manholes, ditches, and other excavations
Operate crew vehicles, drilling equipment, vactron equipment, various equipment, and conduit trailers, backhoe/mini-excavator, core drilling equipment and other tools and equipment normally used in horizontal directional drilling activities
Familiar with proper safety equipment and instruct new trainees in the proper use of the equipment and installation per the design
Follows OSHA, NESC, company safety regulations and precautions when completing assigned work
Other duties as assigned