Drill Operator

Jeff Ruby Culinary Entertainment; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Jeff Ruby Culinary Entertainment is hiring for a role involving the operation of a directional boring machine and other equipment for underground utility placement in Louisville, KY. Candidates should have experience with boring equipment, a Class A CDL License, and be able to follow safety procedures.

The job demands working in field conditions, reading project specifications, and assisting with setup and teardown of work zones.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years previous experience with boring drill and related equipment.
• Class A CDL License and clean driving record are required.
• Ability to read, speak, and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Operate directional boring machine for underground utility placement.
• Assist in setup and breakdown of work zone safely.
• Drive trucks/vehicles while towing loaded trailers.
• Read and check project plans and specifications.

Skills

Experience with boring drill equipment

Problem solving skills

Ability to follow procedures

Understanding of engineered drawings

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Directional boring machine

Backhoe

Picks and shovels

Job description

Requirements

Education Requirement: High School Diploma, GED or equivalent experience.

Experience Requirement: 1-2 years previous experience with boring drill and related equipment. Knowledge to read and interpret engineered drawings.

Skills and Abilities: Perform duties satisfactorily.

Language Requirement: Read, speak, and understand English.

Licenses or Certifications: Class A CDL License; clean driving record.

Physical Requirement: Sitting, standing, hand dexterity, speaking, vision and hearing.

Mental Requirement: Ability to follow procedures in an organized fashion; problem solving skills.

Working Conditions: Field; subject to weather conditions.

DUTIES / TASKS

• Punch in on time and is available for work at the beginning of each workday.
• Assist in safe setup and breakdown of work zone.
• Operate directional boring machine and drill for underground utility placement.
• Drill and pull back conduit, cable, and fiber.
• Load, unload, and identify job materials, machinery, and tools, at appropriate locations, according to project plans and specifications.
• Operate backhoe as needed.
• Drive trucks/vehicles while towing loaded trailers. Requires Class A CDL License.
• Digs ditches / trenches, backfill excavations, and grade earth to specifications, using picks, shovels and other tools.
• Assist in installation of pipes and risers.
• Assist in locating utilities and set pedestals.
• Is neatly groomed and wears company uniform.
• Notifies supervisor of any unsafe equipment or working conditions.
• Attends safety meetings as required.
• Read and check prints.
• Receives an annual performance evaluation of satisfactory or better or a plan is in place to achieve that result.
• Follows company, customer and OSHA Safety rules and regulations.
• Performs any other duty or assignment as may be assigned, from time to time, by the Supervisor.
• Holds required licensing to drive vehicles and equipment including Class A CDL License.
• Understands project deadlines and prepares to work in outside weather conditions.