Underground Drill Operator

Underground Drill Operator (New Orleans, LA) EG067

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The Equipment Operator performs a variety of tasks, operating various types of equipment primarily related to the construction of telecommunications and a Fiber-to-the Home (FttH) Network. This position operates heavy to light excavation equipment and places and buries fiber pathways, including operation of horizontal/directional drill rigs, locating equipment and product support equipment.

• Operate excavation equipment for installation of underground telecommunications cable conduit, including fiber optic cable.
• Prepare construction sites for building, demolition, or excavation.
• Transport tools and other construction equipment to and from construction sites.
• Responsible for avoiding existing cables and digging in accordance with blueprints and designated plans.
• Perform all duties according to prescribed safety procedures and use appropriate safety equipment.
• Set up and clean up the work site including traffic and pedestrian control.
• Inspect and fuel vehicle prior to beginning shift.
• Perform routine maintenance and repairs.
• Read utility locates and coordinate day lighting of these facilities.
• Ensure all applicable permits and locates are complete and on site.
• Inspect the work in progress to ensure workmanship conforms to specifications.
• Operate construction equipment to facilitate alignment, movement, and adjustment of machinery to conform to grade specifications.
• Ensure sites are kept clean and safe.

• High school diploma or equivalent, and at least one (1) year experience. Vocational school training or apprenticeship preferred.
• On-the-job training offered. Must be available to work long periods including evenings and weekends when necessary.

• Ability to stand, walk, sit.
• Ability to use hands to handle or foot operations.
• Ability to reach with hands and arms.
• Ability to climb and balance.
• Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly, and up to 100 lbs as needed.
• Ability to maintain all safety expectations.
• Works outdoors for extended periods.
• Exposed to extreme weather conditions.
• Prolonged periods of operating heavy machinery.
• Must be able to operate machinery in all weather conditions and terrains.

• Extensive knowledge of heavy machinery operation and capabilities.
• Ability to read building plans related to structural concrete and land grades.
• Excellent mechanical skills.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to work as a team.
• Oral communication skills.

ITG is an equal employment opportunity employer. ITG’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. ITG also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

It is also ITG’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.