GAS Dirnal Drill Op / Loc

Gas Directional Drill Operator / Locator

MasTec Utility Services delivers critical infrastructure construction and engineering services for power delivery, gas, and water customers. MUS is a purpose-driven company that values its team members and provides an inclusive environment where everyone can grow and thrive. This position is part of the MasTec Power Delivery segment, a company that is committed to equal employment opportunity and prohibits discrimination based on various protected categories.

Job Summary

The 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. This position supports the Line team and works with personnel within the department. Key responsibilities include :

• Prepare job and drill for safe operation.
• 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.

Qualifications

Minimum :

Preferred :

Physical Demands and Work Environment :

This 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.

Benefits available include Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance, a 401k plan and Employee Stock Purchase plan.