Horizontal Directional Drill Crew Members (Driller and Locator)

Utility Service Contractors, Inc.; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in utility services is seeking a Directional Driller/Locator in Columbia, SC. The role involves operating drilling equipment, ensuring safety compliance, and maintaining quality standards while working on various projects. Ideal candidates will have experience in directional drilling and a strong understanding of underground utilities. A CDL is preferred, and the position requires effective communication and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years experience in Horizontal Directional Drilling.
• Strong knowledge of underground utilities.

Responsibilities

• Operate Horizontal Directional Drill and assist in potholing.
• Conduct post-job quality checks and maintain equipment.
• Communicate with supervisor and crew for job specifications.

Skills

Communication

Safety Awareness

Self-motivation

Education

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL Class A)

Tools

Ditch Witch Equipment

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Looking for outgoing well rounded individuals who are experienced in either Locating or Drilling. Candidates should have at least 1-3 years experience and a CDL is a plus.

Directional Driller/Locator Responsibilities

• Operate Horizontal Directional Drill
• Assist in potholing and remediation
• Assist with setting hand holes and completing tie ins
• Drive equipment to job site
• Confirms with locator/lead the bore path to drill
• Set equipment up including the drill, water tanks and grounding the machine
• Drill out following the predetermined drill path to the exit pit
• Communicate with the locator/lead via radio to confirm the location of the drill head
• Assist with the install of proper pulling gear and hook up product
• Reverse process to install product
• Oversee laborers and/or crew member’s work and monitor time usage
• Conduct post-job quality checks
• Clean, check fluid levels and conduct a visual inspection of vehicle/equipment to assure your vehicle/equipment is performing at optimum safety, perform the required pre-trip, post trip inspections and the required paperwork, perform needed maintenance including winterizing equipment.
• Communicates with Supervisor daily to turn in required paperwork (i.e. Dailies labor hours, F and D tickets, vehicle maintenance reports, etc.)
• Follows specifications for the job and company policies
• Complies with safety procedures while driving and at job site
• Strive for optimal production while working safely and performing quality work
• At end of work day, truck and equipment should be returned to shop and secured

Qualifications:

• 1 to 3 years demonstrated Horizontal Directional Drilling experience
• Strong knowledge of underground utilities
• Familiar with Ditch Witch equipment
• Knowledge of underground pot holing is a plus
• Working knowledge of DOT regulations (Vehicle and Operator Qualifications)
• Understanding of client and company work specifications
• Ability to comply with the “Operator’s Manual” for your particular equipment
• Self-motivated, safety, quality and production minded
• Ability to read and comprehend and follow all quality/safety policies and procedures
• Maintain valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL Class A, with airbrake endorsement and tanker endorsement)
• Willing to travel