Directional Drill Locator

Directional Drill Locator

At Lightspeed Construction Group, we take a people-first approach to construction. We know communications infrastructure construction isn't just about fiber and towers. It's about collaboration and honesty. At Lightspeed, a Full Circle Fiber Partners company, we bring more than steel toes and hard hats to the job site – we bring teamwork and integrity, and we do everything with a mindset of safety. Just as a well-placed network connects a community, a well-organized team powers all projects to success. Service excellence, pioneering experience, and a passion for what we do – that's Lightspeed. 

Lightspeed is a dynamic organization of diverse, customer-focused people committed to our Core Values: Service Excellence, Accountability, Safety, Integrity, Fairness, and Mutual Respect. We are looking for motivated and professional individuals to grow with our team. Lightspeed offers competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, matching 401K, and more. 

Requirements of Employment for a Directional Drill Locator

• Pass a background check and drug test.
• Clean MVR (motor vehicle record).
• 2 years' experience with Directional Drill & Underground Telecom Construction.
• Class "A CDL License preferred. 
• Able to safely operate UG construction equipment 
• Knowledge of safety standards
• Must know how to locate a sonnet. 

Tasks Required of a Directional Drill Locator

• Read specifications, such as blueprints, to determine construction requirements or to plan procedures.
• Inspect work progress, equipment, or construction sites to verify safety or ensure specifications are met.
• Locate, measure, and mark site locations or placement of structures or equipment using measuring, marking equipment & locators.
• Communicate with the Drill Operator to Ensure Safe Operation of The Drill with Continued updates on the Drill Location.
• Analyze worker or production problems and recommend solutions, such as improving production methods or implementing motivational plans.
• Train workers in construction methods, equipment operation, safety procedures, or company policies.
• Record information such as personnel, production, or operational data on specified forms or reports.
• Assist workers engaged in construction or extraction activities using hand tools or other equipment.
• Arrange for repairs of equipment or machinery.

Knowledge Required of a Directional Drill Locator

• Mechanical — Knowledge of machines and tools within Telecom Construction, including their designs, uses, repair, maintenance, and how to use and properly maintain locating devices.
• Public Safety and Security — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.

Working Conditions - Field environment, working in inclement weather; Flexibility of schedule.  

Disclaimer Statement

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements, or working conditions associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.