Welcome page Returning Candidate? Log back in! Horizontal Directional Drill Technician II - Fiber - Grantsville Job Locations US-MD-Grantsville ID 2024-3436 Category Fiber Optic Employment Type Regular Full-Time About Us Pillar Innovations is an Industrial Solutions and Service Company with over 15 years of experience in the Energy, Mining, Manufacturing, Industrial Construction, Aggregate, and Renewables Industries. The Corporate Headquarters are located in Grantsville, MD with several offices throughout the country. Position Overview

Welcome to role of HDD (Horizontal Directional Drill) Technician II – Fiber Optics.  In this position, you will be responsible for all duties associated with and related to the safe, efficient, and cost-effective operation of directional drills as well as potholing, installing conduit, pulling cable, installing handholes, pedestals and marker posts.  This position will be expected to be involved with all drilling, conduit installation, cable pulling, and other installation and network repair work as required.  Other primary duties are to perform general site preparation, restoration, and right-of-way maintenance duties as well as perform preventative maintenance and inspections on equipment.

 

This individual understands each product and supports the improvement of operational efficiency and must be comfortable working at heights and in confined spaces.

What You'll Do Operate directional bore equipment for underground utility constructionPerform all aspects of the drilling machine and sond beacon operationsLoad, secure, and mobilize equipment safely and effectivelyOperate trenchers, plows, backhoes, excavator, and skid steerOperate tampers, jackhammers, drills, and saws when neededOperate basic hand tools (Cordless Drill, Hammer, Wrench, Socket Set, Shovel) Install and pull underground conduit and cable without disrupting utilitiesPerform potholing to verify utilitiesInstall handholes, pedestals, and marker postsWork with other crews within the fiber department to complete joint tasks including general site preparation, restoration, right of way (ROW) maintenance, etc.Perform preventative maintenance and inspections on equipment and toolsLocate and guide the drill headPerform minor field repairs on equipmentMaintain water tanks and associated water line connections to support drilling operations Perform worksite housekeeping duties and equipment inspectionsProvide roadway flagging support for the operation to include obtaining Flagger CertificationPerform work site restorationRecognize and identify general safety hazards and electrical-specific hazardsAssist with marking underground proposed design route with respect to utilities and underground systemsRead and interpret design packagesProperly winterize equipment and perform advanced safety equipment checksComplete documentation to include record-keeping, billing, and inventory, etc.Complete daily close of business (COB) reports for customersMake utility locate requestsLead and mentor less experienced coworkersLead team members as required

Working Conditions

Walk / use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls / reach with hands and arms / climb ladders and stairs / crawl / kneelWork indoors, outdoors, and underground in various weather conditionsAble to work in confined spacesAble to walk long distancesAble to lift up to 65 pounds without assistance  What You'll Bring Horizontal directional drilling experience is required with 2+ years preferredMastery of HDD Technician I Job DutiesOperate directional bore equipment for underground utility constructionLearn all aspects of the drilling machine and sond beacon operationsLearn to load, secure, and mobilize equipment safely and effectivelyOperate trenchers, plows, backhoes, excavator, and skid steerOperate tampers, jackhammers, drills, and saws Operate basic hand tools (Cordless Drill, Hammer, Wrench, Socket Set, Shovel) Install and pull underground conduit and cable without disrupting utilitiesPerform potholing to verify utilitiesInstall handholes, pedestals, and marker postsWork with other crews within the fiber department to complete joint tasks including general site preparation, restoration, right of way (ROW) maintenance, etc.Perform preventative maintenance and inspections on equipment and toolsAssist with performing minor field repairs on equipmentAssist with locating and guiding the drill headAssist with maintaining water tanks and associated water line connections to support drilling operationsAssist with worksite housekeeping duties and equipment inspectionsProvide roadway flagging support for the operation to include obtaining Flagger CertificationAssist with work site restorationAssist in the completion of documentation to include record-keeping, billing, and inventory, etc.Learn to recognize general safety hazards and electrical-specific hazardsAssist with marking underground proposed design route with respect to utilities and underground systemsLearn to complete daily close of business (COB) reports for customersAssist with collecting information to make utility locate requestsValid CDL Driver’s License is requiredProficient with the use and operation of the following equipment: ladders, bucket truck, cable puller, and reel stands preferredProficient with the use and operation of small equipment (i.e., mini-excavator, forklift, bobcat, telehandler, skid steer, etc.) Basic knowledge of excavation standards and equipment requiredFlagger Certification requiredGeneral construction experience preferredComfortable working in confined spacesPrevious experience and knowledge of underground utility installationsAbility to read and interpret OSP (outside plant) design drawings and job specifications preferredAbility to work under minimal supervisionAbility to apply technical expertise to a variety of situations, evaluating problems and implementing the best solutionsPossess strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to maintain professionalismCompute basic math calculations and take measurementsFamiliar with Microsoft Software such as Outlook, Word, and Excel How We'll Support You

Perks/Benefits 

Comprehensive BenefitsMedical, Dental, & Vision Insurance with Rx CoverageLife insurance401(k) retirement plan with Company MatchShort/Long term disabilityPaid time off (as outlined in the applicable Benefit's Summary) and 7 paid holidaysPaid lodging, per diem, and transportation provided for out-of-town workEmployee focused work environmentOn-the-job mentoring and trainingInternal job postingsPerformance and salary reviewsEmployee feedback programSafety-first and drug free work environmentsBonuses and incentives for working safelyCompany provided tools and basic safety equipmentPPE allowances with no restrictions on vendorsWeekly pay with premium pay for Sundays and holidaysOvertime available as applicableAdvancement through defined employee career pathsFinancial tools/programs to help employees reach financial goals, manage money, get out of debt, and save for the futureScholarship opportunities for dependent childrenApplicant may also receive additional compensation based on the Company and individual's performances

 

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

This position requires the completion of a thorough background and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. In accordance with The Company’s Drug and Alcohol policy, employees are required to participate in random, post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing as requested.

 

AAP/EEO Statement 
This Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities without regard to any protected classes under applicable law.

 

ADA Statement

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

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