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Kelly Corporation

Directional Drill Operator

Kelly Corporation, Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States, 87101

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We are currently offering a Sign on Bonus of $1500.00; this will be paid out in 3 increments once starting!

The

Directional Drilling Operator

will be primarily responsible for setup and completion of drilling variable sized underground holes and pulling back required conduit. Drilling Operator will work with the Outside Plant Supervisor, the Locator and the Laborers to complete job requirements from start to finish on outside plant projects including digging boring pit, directional boring, pulling back of conduit, splicing of conduit sections, pulling fiber through conduit, setting hand holes, backfilling and seeding, core drilling and pot holing, building penetrations and close out pictures and redlines.

Our Core Values: TRAITS Trust, Respect, Accountability, Integrity, Teamwork, and Safety.

Essential Functions: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Roles and 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

Success Factors:

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

Ability to pass motor vehicle, criminal background check, and comply with drug-free workplace policy

English usage sufficient to keep records, place orders, and prepare simple narrative reports

Willingness and ability to learn additional skills

Experience and Education:

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

Ability to work in all types of weather

Knowledge of underground pot holing preferred

Self-motivated, safety, quality and production minded

Additional Requirements/Licenses/Certifications:

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.

Notes: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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