Gas Directional Drill Operator/ Locator Job at MasTec, Lewisville, TX

  • MasTec
  • Lewisville, TX

Job Description

Gas Directional Drill Operator/LocatorMasTec Utility Services delivers critical infrastructure construction and engineering services for power delivery, gas, and water customers, specializing in overhead and underground electric distribution for power delivery systems, gas distribution construction for gas systems, and turnkey solutions for a variety of water, sewer, and civil infrastructure projects. Backed by the strength of decades of experience, unrivaled industry skills, and a deep commitment to core values, MUS delivers safe, innovative, and environmentally responsible services that provide extraordinary value to clients. MasTec Utility Services is a purpose-driven company. Our core values guide our strategy, performance, and culture. We believe in maintaining an environment where team members can make an impact, grow, and thrive. A place where they find meaning and purpose in doing the important work of ensuring communities have the vital energy, light, and communications to prosper. Our culture is inclusive and welcoming. Our teams are empowered with abundant training, tools, and opportunities to follow their curiosity and ambitions. Everyone has an equal chance to advance. Everyone is supported, respected, and challenged to be their best. We're always looking for talented and dedicated people to join us and love where they work. MasTec Utility Services is a proud subsidiary of MasTec (NYSE: MTZ), a Fortune 500 Company ranked by Energy News-Record as one of the leading contractors in the country. MUS is part of the MasTec Power Delivery segment. We are certified as a minority-controlled company by the National Minority Suppliers Development Council (NMSDC). Our rich diversity of people and ideas makes us a stronger, more innovative organization.Job SummaryThe Gas Directional Drill Operator/Locator is responsible for safely operating the directional drill or locating utilities for a gas drill crew to install and service mainline conduit via HDD then locate the drill head to understand elevation changes and make decisions on drilling depths to avoid hitting underground utilities. This position supports the Line team and works with personnel within the department. Operate the drill rig efficiently.ResponsibilitiesPrepare job and drill so that the shot can be performed safely. Pothole all utilities that will either be paralleled or crossed during the bore shot. Verify existing utilities. Fill water tanks with water. Combine water with chemicals for boring according to the ground you are drilling in. Locate the drill head from point A to point B without hitting any utilities at the correct depth. Hook up swivel, reamer, and pipe product that will be pulled back to complete the bore shot. Before the bore shot is started, walk out bore shot to ensure all utilities have been located and develop a plan for going above or below each utility or obstacle in the bore path. Pull back the product with the correct hole opener and utilize the correct mud mixture to insure that the product makes it from point B to point A. Inspect and maintain equipment. Provide assistance and training to all drilling trainees. Maintain and inspect rig regularly. Implement best practices for utility verification. Read blueprints and assist in preparing drill log records.QualificationsHigh school diploma, or equivalent. One year of relevant experience. Current and valid Class A Commercial Driver's License with tanker endorsement. Current OSHA 10 Certification Preferred 5 or more years of experience. Experience operating Vermeer and/or Ditchwitch Directional Drills. Experience locating with Subsite and/or Digitrack Locating Equipment.Physical Demands and Work EnvironmentThis job operates in a field environment. This role routinely requires extended periods of bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting, lifting in awkward positions, standing, and twisting. Also, working in inclement weather conditions, such as extreme heat, extreme cold, rain, ice, snow, and wind. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. This position is physically active, with lifting required. Must be able to bend and lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Clarity of vision at 20 feet or more or 20 inches or less, with the ability to judge distance and space relationships. Precise hand-eye coordination. Ability to identify and distinguish colors.

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