Directional Drill Operator​/Locator

McCall Thomas Engineering Company, Inc. is seeking a Directional Drill Operator/Locator to perform directional drilling for the installation of underground conduit and fiber optic cable. Travel will be required for this position- primarily in GA, NC and SC.

At McCall-Thomas Engineering we have been providing quality engineering and technical services since 1945. With more than 200 clients, McCall-Thomas continues to take great pride in utilizing our experience and efficiency to provide the highest quality engineering and technical services for the success of our valued clients.

McCall-Thomas Engineering is a multi-faceted engineering firm serving clients through Communications Engineering, Civil and Electrical Engineering and Design, Electric Utility Services, Electric Field Operations & UAS, as well as the McT Learning Center and Print Services.

As a McCall-Thomas Directional Drill Operator/Locator, you will be joining a team of dedicated individuals committed to our mission of providing quality solutions and services to our clients.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Perform standard maintenance work on drill and support equipment
• Drive/operate diesel or gasoline powered equipment to/from/on jobsite (backhoe, trencher, directional bore, bucket truck)
• Locate buried wiring/cabling and install underground telecommunications cables
• Install coax and fiber systems using ditch witch or vermeer type drill
• Flagging/Safely coordinate vehicles and equipment within public areas/active work sites
• Restore worksite
• Perform general construction work using using hand tools under direction of Foreman
• Performs other duties as necessary

What Will You Need:

• HS diploma
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record
• Eligibility to work in the US without sponsorship
• Minimum 2 years' experience in directional drilling/locating
• Ability to locate and dig around utilities to install underground conduit and fiber optic cable
• Ability to complete daily bore logs manually and electronically
• Ability to read and understand maps, drawings, and diagrams for the project build process
• Ability to follow directions, produce quality work, maintain safe working habits/conditions according to all Federal, State, and Company regulations and policies
• Positive attitude and ability to complete tasks on schedule
• Ability to maintain positive working relationships

What We Offer:

At McCall-Thomas, we offer employees the chance to work with great people on exciting projects, with opportunity for growth. We also provide a full range of benefits for employees, such as:

• Competitive compensation
• 100% company-paid medical insurance
• Company-paid long-term disability insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• 401k plan
• Paid time off and holiday leave
• Stock ownership opportunities