Underground Utilities/Boring Operator

Theuniversityunion; Nevada (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision

401-K plan

Employer paid long term disability

Life insurance

Paid holidays after 60 days

Job summary

Theuniversityunion is seeking a Drill Operator/Locator to support foreman with tracking bores, trenching, and fiber installation. Travel will be required as projects move across sites, and safety remain a priority.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years of bore tracking experience, OSHA certification, and a valid CDL Class A license. You will work both independently and with a team to meet project schedules while adhering to safety standards.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in tracking bores and heavy equipment operations.
• Knowledge of terminology associated with boring.
• Attention to detail and initiative to be self-motivated and directed.
• Ability to listen, follow directions and communicate effectively.
• Ability to manage time and work independently or with other team members.
• OSHA Certified.
• Must have a valid CDL Class A driver license.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily safety briefings.
• Always maintain safe working conditions.
• Maintain condition, functionality and use of proper PPE.
• Operate equipment efficiently.
• Locate with accuracy to assist machine operators shooting bores.
• Travel as required for jobs to ensure projects are on schedule.
• Must maintain a Class A CDL or be able to obtain one in 60 days.
• Disclose personal information to our clients to be allowed on premises to complete required duties.
• Other duties assigned by leadership.

Skills

Heavy equipment

CDL Class A

OSHA Certified

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Job description

• Job Category: Boring
• Employee Type: Full Time

Benefits Include:

• Health, dental, vision, and 401-K plan.
• Employer paid long term disability and life insurance for all full‑time employees.
• Paid holidays after 60 days of employment.

Summary:

The Drill Operator/Locator position is responsible for assisting the foreman in all aspects of the job for timely completion to include tracking, boring, trenching, pull fiber, installing ground boxes, plowing, and other assigned duties to complete the job. Travel is required.

Required Qualifications/Experiences:

• 3+ years’ experience in tracking bores and fluent in heavy equipment operations.
• Knowledge of terminology associated with boring.
• Attention to detail and initiative to be self‑motivated and directed.
• Ability to listen, follow directions and communicate effectively.
• Ability to manage time and work independently or with other team members.
• OSHA Certified.
• Must have a valid CDL Class A driver license.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct daily safety briefings.
• Always maintain safe working conditions.
• Maintain condition, functionality and use of proper PPE (Personal Protective Equipment).
• Must be able to operate equipment efficiently.
• Locate with accuracy to assist machine operators shooting bores.
• Travel as required for jobs to ensure projects are on schedule.
• Must maintain a Class A CDL or be able to obtain one in 60 days.
• Required to disclose personal information to our clients in order to be allowed on the client’s premises to complete required job duties.
• Other assigned duties by leadership team.
• Demonstrate and attain CDL Core Values:
  • Safety
  • People
  • Integrity
  • Accountability
  • Excellence

Demonstrate and attain CDL Core Focus:

• Customer Satisfaction

Physical Demands:

• Standing, walking, bending, kneeling and/or sitting for long periods of time.
• Push/pull/lift/moving 80 pounds repeatedly.
• Working in adverse weather conditions.
• Walking on steep inclines covered with loose rock or ballast.