Drill Operator

About the role

The role of a Drill Operator and Locator includes operating directional drill rigs, locating equipment, and product support equipment. Must be familiar with industry standards, policies, guidelines, and procedures.

• Operate the drill rig efficiently.
• Prep job and drill so that the shot can be performed safely.
• Pothole all utilities that will either be paralleled or crossed during the bore shot.
• Verify existing utilities.
• Fill water tanks with water.
• Combine water with chemicals for boring according to the ground you are drilling in.
• Locate the drill head from point A to point B without hitting any utilities at the correct depth.
• Hook up swivel, reamer, and pipe product that will be pulled back to complete the bore shot.
• Before the bore shot is started, walk out bore shot to ensure all utilities have been located and develop a plan for going above or below each utility or obstacle in the bore path.
• Pull back the product with the correct hole opener and utilize the correct mud mixture to ensure that the product makes it from point B to point
  
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• Inspect and maintain job equipment.
• Perform other duties as required and/or assigned.

• CDL Class A license Preferred
• Precise hand-eye coordination.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to perform operator level troubleshooting and maintenance of drill equipment/mixing unit.
• Clarity of vision at 20 feet or more and 20 inches or less, with the ability to judge distance and space relationships.
• Ability to identify and distinguish colors of utility flags and markings on the ground.
• 3 or more years of experience.
• Ability to clearly communicate instructions to assist with training.
• Ability to pass a background check and pre-employment drug test (illegal and legal substances)

$27.00 - $35.00 per hour