Gas Directional Drill Operator/ Locator

MasTec Utility Services•Gainesville, TX

37d•Onsite

About The Position

The Gas Directional Drill Operator/Locator is responsible for safely operating the directional drill or locating utilities for a gas drill crew to install and service mainline conduit via HDD then locate the drill head to understand elevation changes and make decisions on drilling depths to avoid hitting underground utilities. This position supports the Line team and works with personnel within the department. Operate the drill rig efficiently.

Requirements

High school diploma, or equivalent.
One year of relevant experience.
Current and valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License with tanker endorsement.
Current OSHA 10 Certification

Nice To Haves

5 or more years of experience.
Experience operating Vermeer and/or Ditchwitch Directional Drills.
Experience locating with Subsite and/or Digitrack Locating Equipment.

Responsibilities

Prepare job and drill so that the shot can be performed safely.
Pothole all utilities that will either be paralleled or crossed during the bore shot.
Verify existing utilities.
Fill water tanks with water.
Combine water with chemicals for boring according to the ground you are drilling in.
Locate the drill head from point A to point B without hitting any utilities at the correct depth.
Hook up swivel, reamer, and pipe product that will be pulled back to complete the bore shot.
Before the bore shot is started, walk out bore shot to ensure all utilities have been located and develop a plan for going above or below each utility or obstacle in the bore path.
Pull back the product with the correct hole opener and utilize the correct mud mixture to insure that the product makes it from point B to point A.
Inspect and maintain equipment.
Provide assistance and training to all drilling trainees.
Maintain and inspect rig regularly.
Implement best practices for utility verification.
Read blueprints and assist in preparing drill log records.