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UGE Directional Drill Operator/Locator-March 2024
Sanford
Mar 31, 2025
About UGE Directional Drill Operator/Locator

  Overview

  Company Summary

  MasTec Utility Services delivers critical infrastructure construction and engineering services for power delivery, gas, and water customers, specializing in overhead and underground electric distribution for power delivery systems, gas distribution construction for gas systems, and turnkey solutions for a variety of water, sewer, and civil infrastructure projects. Backed by the strength of eight decades of experience, exceptional industry skills, and a deep commitment to our core values, we continually strive to innovate, uplevel our abilities, and provide extraordinary value to our clients.

  MasTec Utility Services Company is a subsidiary of MasTec, a certified Minority-Controlled Company by the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC).

  Job Summary

  The Directional Drill Operator/Locator is responsible for safely operating the directional drill to place product underground then locate the drill head to understand elevation changes and make decisions on depths to drill at to avoid hitting underground utilities. This position supports the Line team and works with personnel within the department.

  Responsibilities

  Operate the drill rig efficiently.

  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 ensure that the product makes it from point B to point A.

  Inspect and maintain job equipment, including drill equipment and mixing unit.

  Qualifications

  Minimum Qualifications

  High school diploma, or equivalent.

  1 year of relevant experience.

  Valid CDL Class A driver’s license with tanker endorsement.

  OSHA 10 Certification

  Preferred Qualifications

  3 or more years of experience.Physical Demands and Work Environment

  This job operates in a field environment. This role routinely requires extended periods of bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting, lifting in awkward positions, standing, and twisting. Also, working in inclement weather conditions, such as extreme heat, extreme cold, rain, ice, snow, and wind.

  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. This position is physically active, with lifting required. Must be able to bend and lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Clarity of vision at 20 feet or more or 20 inches or less, with the ability to judge distance and space relationships. Precise hand-eye coordination. Ability to identify and distinguish colors.

  Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. The Company reserves the right to revise or change the job duties as the need arises. Management reserves the right to change the description, duties, or work schedules to accommodate individuals with disabilities.

  Benefits available include Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance, a 401k plan and Employee Stock Purchase plan. MasTec is a publicly traded company MTZ (NYSE).

  Equal Employment Opportunity:

  The Company’s policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law and EEOC regulations. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

  Minimum Qualifications

  High school diploma, or equivalent.

  1 year of relevant experience.

  Valid CDL Class A driver’s license with tanker endorsement.

  OSHA 10 Certification

  Preferred Qualifications

  3 or more years of experience.Physical Demands and Work Environment

  This job operates in a field environment. This role routinely requires extended periods of bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting, lifting in awkward positions, standing, and twisting. Also, working in inclement weather conditions, such as extreme heat, extreme cold, rain, ice, snow, and wind.

  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. This position is physically active, with lifting required. Must be able to bend and lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Clarity of vision at 20 feet or more or 20 inches or less, with the ability to judge distance and space relationships. Precise hand-eye coordination. Ability to identify and distinguish colors.

  Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. The Company reserves the right to revise or change the job duties as the need arises. Management reserves the right to change the description, duties, or work schedules to accommodate individuals with disabilities.

  Benefits available include Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance, a 401k plan and Employee Stock Purchase plan. MasTec is a publicly traded company MTZ (NYSE).

  Equal Employment Opportunity:

  The Company’s policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law and EEOC regulations. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

  Operate the drill rig efficiently.

  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 ensure that the product makes it from point B to point A.

  Inspect and maintain job equipment, including drill equipment and mixing unit.

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