Kelly Cable of N.M., LLC · 2 months ago
Directional Drill Operator
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expKelly Cable of N.M., LLC is seeking a Directional Drill Operator responsible for the setup and completion of drilling underground holes and pulling back conduit. The role involves collaborating with the Outside Plant Supervisor and other team members to ensure successful project execution from start to finish.
Civil EngineeringConstructionField Support
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. Bore log, vehicle maintenance reports, etc.)
Follows specifications for the job and company policies
Qualification
Required
1+ years of demonstrated Horizontal Directional Drilling experience
Strong knowledge of underground utilities
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 equipment
Ability to read and comprehend and follow all quality/safety policies and procedures
Self-motivated, safety, quality and production minded
CDL A a plus
Ability to work in all types of weather
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid State of Residence Driver's License is required within two weeks of employment
Candidates must pass criminal and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) background checks and pass a pre-employment drug screen
Ability to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods, often under adverse climatic conditions
Ability to lift up to 80 lbs multiple times during a work shift
Ability to climb, dig, work in tight spaces, on uneven surfaces, walking, stooping, and kneeling
Ability to understand and follow specific oral and written instructions
Ability to work well independently and as a part of a team with co-workers
English usage sufficient to keep records, place orders, and prepare simple narrative reports
Willingness and ability to learn additional skills
Preferred
Knowledge of underground pot holing
Benefits
Sign on Bonus of $1500.00; this will be paid out in 3 increments once starting!
Company
Kelly Cable of N.M., LLC
Kelly Cable of New Mexico, LLC. has served the telecom, fiber optics, power, gas and pipeline industries in New Mexico for nearly 30 years.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase