Directional Drill Operator/Locator Job at Quanta Services Inc, Katy, TX

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  • Quanta Services Inc
  • Katy, TX

Job Description

About Us

Aspen Utility Company, a Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE:PWR) company, has been serving Texas for over 15 years. Aspen is a leader in the telecommunications construction sector. We specialize in aerial and underground construction, Design/Engineering/Permitting, inside plant cabling, small cell tower, and Coax & Fiber splicing.

We focus on career development and reward excellence, recognizing each team member's unique contributions. We're at the forefront of powering modern life. Discover how your skills and dedication can make a real difference to us.

About this Role

Job Summary:

The Directional Drilling Locator position is a locator who will work with a driller to install conduit and cable underground using horizontal directional drilling equipment and locating devices. In addition, the Locator and the Driller will work together to install handholes, flowerpots, pedestals and row signs and cable as required. Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned. This position requires field work which may include overtime, weekends, holidays, and off hours and working in inclement weather.

What You'll Do

Responsibilities:

* Responsible for locating the drill head during drilling operations

* Potholing

* Operate various digging equipment, assist the driller with operation of the drill

* Install handholes, flowerpots and other OSP devices

* Accurately complete progress forms, project activity reports and all other documentation pertaining to work assignments

* Safely work in streets and alleys as well as other work conditions including manholes, ditches, and other excavations

* Operate crew vehicles, drilling equipment, vactron equipment, various equipment, and conduit trailers, backhoe/mini-excavator, core drilling equipment and other tools and equipment normally used in horizontal directional drilling activities

* Familiar with proper safety equipment and instruct new trainees in the proper use of the equipment and installation per the design

* Follows OSHA, NESC, company safety regulations and precautions when completing assigned work

What You'll Bring

Qualifications:

* High school diploma or the equivalent is required. HDD training is desirable

* Minimum of 3 years as a horizontal directional drilling locator

* CDL or ability to obtain a CDL is desirable

* Safe work history

* Ability to read and interpret OSP maps and designs

* Knowledge of NESC, OSHA, and related state and local codes

* Ability to use a laptop or tablet to send and receive e-mail and complete production reports etc.

* Strong planning, organizational, and follow up skills

* Good analytical and communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to work effectively with multiple department staffs

* Ability to recognize priority issues and escalate accordingly

* Ability to learn new processes and procedures

What You'll Get

As a Quanta Services employee, you'll be offered a wide range of benefits to fit your needs.

* 401(k) with immediate matching and vesting

* Fully comprehensive benefits packages; Medical, Dental, Vision

* Your choice of PPO, HSA, FSA

* Short term and long term benefits

* Employee discounts on consumer goods

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

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