Directional Drill Locator

Verità Telecommunications Corporation; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Health plans (PPO/HMO/HSA)

Disability and life insurance

Voluntary life insurance & criticalIll

Job summary

Verita Telecommunications Corporation is seeking a Directional Drill Locator to support fiber optic cable system installation. You will assist the drill operator, verify locate marks, and help ensure accurate placement per blueprints.

The role requires reading blueprints, willingness to travel, ability to lift up to 75 lbs, and adherence to safety guidelines. CDL is preferred and a valid driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and utility depths.
• Must be able to work in trenches, manholes, tunnels and confined spaces.
• Experience with locating fiber/coax infrastructure is a plus.
• Willingness to travel and work overtime when required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Drill Operator to locate drill head and follow blueprints.
• Verify locate marks and confirm location of facilities.
• Maintain equipment per manufacturer specs and safety guidelines.
• Document logs and report activities and findings.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Physical stamina

Team player

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma

CDL Certification

Valid Driver's License

Tools

Subsite locating equipment

DCI locating equipment

Job description

DIRECTIONAL DRILL LOCATOR – FIBER OPTIC CABLE SYSTEM

Verita Telecommunications Corporation is fast growing telecommunications contractor that specializes in engineering and construction. Our employees are highly motivated and internally driven to succeed. Verita is seeking professionals with a growth mindset that are looking to work in a team atmosphere. Our employees are leaders in their fields and have committed to grow. We are determined to hire candidates with values that fit our culture of leading, growing and working as a team!

NATURE OF WORK

Responsible for assisting Drill Operator in locating drill head and drilling in accordance with blueprints. Verify locate marks and confirm location of existing facilities. Assist with clean-up and other duties as assigned. The Locater is responsible for maintaining equipment per manufacturer’s specifications and safety guidelines.

REQUISITE SKILLS

Education / Certification:

• Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Company will provide industry training and certifications if not already secured.
• CDL is a plus.
• Valid Drivers License

Experience:

• Prior experience with Subsite or DCI locating equipment required. Prior experience in underground fiber and coax construction a plus. Prior experience in standard and high risk areas preferred.

Technical Skills:

• Capacity to read and understand blueprints; knowledge of utility depths and placements; general knowledge of construction practices is required.

Physical Requirements / Aptitude:

• Able to work in trenches, manholes, tunnels and confined spaces and in work settings with moderate to loud noise levels.
• Able to move in different positions – crouching, kneeling, reaching, bending and lifting 75 lbs., unassisted.
• Abie to keep good logs and consistent reporting.

Other:

• Willing to work overtime when required, willing to travel and to work in all-weather conditions.
• Must get a CDL Permit within 30 days of start date.
• Must obtain CDL within 6 months of start date.
• Self-motivated and able to work well in groups.
• Other duties as assigned

Financial Wellbeing

• Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and annual merit increase
• 401(k) with company match
• Choice of various PPO, HMO, and HSA accompanied plans

Family & Lifestyle

Planning for the Unexpected

• Short and long-term disability, life insurance Paid for by the company
• Accidental death & dismemberment Paid for by the company
• Voluntary life insurance, accident, and critical illness