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MP Nexlevel

DB OPERATOR/DRILL LOCATOR

Merced, CA

$25 - $40/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The role of a Horizontal/Directional Drill Operator and Locator includes operating horizontal ... Leads teams in the field effectively and efficiently as needed and directed by supervisor Locator ...

Hayden Tower Service, Inc.

Directional Driller

Topeka, KS · On-site

$22.75 - $28.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Work on horizontal directional drilling projects of all sizes. * Pre-walk and white line projects ... Competitive hourly rate that increases based on performance and obtaining certifications. Per diem.

MP

DB OPERATOR/DRILL LOCATOR

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$25 - $40/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The role of a Horizontal/Directional Drill Operator and Locator includes operating horizontal ... Leads teams in the field effectively and efficiently as needed and directed by supervisor Locator ...

MP

DB OPERATOR/DRILL LOCATOR

Merced, CA · On-site

$25 - $40/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The role of a Horizontal/Directional Drill Operator and Locator includes operating horizontal ... Leads teams in the field effectively and efficiently as needed and directed by supervisor Locator ...

Hayden Tower Service, Inc.

Directional Driller

Topeka, KS · On-site

$22.75 - $28.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Work on horizontal directional drilling projects of all sizes. * Pre-walk and white line projects ... Competitive hourly rate that increases based on performance and obtaining certifications. Per diem.

MP Nexlevel

DB OPERATOR/DRILL LOCATOR

Maple Lake, MN

$24 - $30/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The role of a Horizontal/Directional Drill Operator and Locator includes operating horizontal ... Leads teams in the field effectively and efficiently as needed and directed by supervisor Locator ...

MP

DB OPERATOR/DRILL LOCATOR

Maple Lake, MN · On-site

$24 - $30/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The role of a Horizontal/Directional Drill Operator and Locator includes operating horizontal ... Leads teams in the field effectively and efficiently as needed and directed by supervisor Locator ...

Earth Drilling

Driller Helper

Elko, NV · On-site

$150/day

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • PTO

Harris Exploration, a division of Earth Drilling, is hiring Driller Helpers to support mineral ... Competitive hourly pay rates * Living Out Allowance (LOA) of $150.00 USD paid daily * Regular ...

Earth Drilling

Driller Helper

Elko, NV · On-site

$150/day

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • PTO

Harris Exploration, a division of Earth Drilling, is hiring Driller Helpers to support mineral ... Competitive hourly pay rates * Living Out Allowance (LOA) of $150.00 USD paid daily * Regular ...

Earth Drilling

Driller Helper

Elko, NV · On-site

$150/day

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • PTO

Harris Exploration, a division of Earth Drilling, is hiring Driller Helpers to support mineral ... Competitive hourly pay rates * Living Out Allowance (LOA) of $150.00 USD paid daily * Regular ...

Earth Drilling

Driller Helper

Elko, NV · On-site

$150/day

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • PTO

Harris Exploration, a division of Earth Drilling, is hiring Driller Helpers to support mineral ... Competitive hourly pay rates * Living Out Allowance (LOA) of $150.00 USD paid daily * Regular ...

Earth Drilling

Driller Helper

Elko, NV · On-site

$150/day

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • PTO

Harris Exploration, a division of Earth Drilling, is hiring Driller Helpers to support mineral ... Competitive hourly pay rates * Living Out Allowance (LOA) of $150.00 USD paid daily * Regular ...

Earth Drilling

Driller Helper

Elko, NV · On-site

$150/day

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • PTO

Harris Exploration, a division of Earth Drilling, is hiring Driller Helpers to support mineral ... Competitive hourly pay rates * Living Out Allowance (LOA) of $150.00 USD paid daily * Regular ...

Earth Drilling

Driller Helper

Elko, NV

$150/day

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • PTO

Harris Exploration, a division of Earth Drilling, is hiring Driller Helpers to support mineral ... Competitive hourly pay rates * Living Out Allowance (LOA) of $150.00 USD paid daily * Regular ...

Earth Drilling

Driller Helper

Elko, NV · On-site

$150/day

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • PTO

Harris Exploration, a division of Earth Drilling, is hiring Driller Helpers to support mineral ... Competitive hourly pay rates * Living Out Allowance (LOA) of $150.00 USD paid daily * Regular ...

Earth Drilling

Driller Helper

Elko, NV · On-site

$150/day

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • PTO

Harris Exploration, a division of Earth Drilling, is hiring Driller Helpers to support mineral ... Competitive hourly pay rates * Living Out Allowance (LOA) of $150.00 USD paid daily * Regular ...

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DB OPERATOR/DRILL LOCATOR

MP Nexlevel

Merced, CA

$25 - $40/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 20 days ago

MP Nexlevel rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 10 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Summary of Position:  

The role of a Horizontal/Directional Drill Operator and Locator includes operating horizontal/directional drill rigs, locating equipment and product support equipment. Perform semi-skilled activities related to HDD locating must be familiar with industry standards, policies, guidelines, and procedures.

DB Operator Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Operates Horizontal Directional Drill for installation of underground telecommunications cable conduit, including fiber optic cable
  • Performs all duties according to prescribed safety procedures and uses appropriate safety equipment
  • Setup and cleanup of work site including traffic and pedestrian control
  • Reads utility locates and ensures all applicable permits and locates are complete and onsite
  • Inspects the work that is in progress to ensure that the workmanship conforms to specifications
  • Level earth to final grade specifications
  • Performs proper maintenance by greasing, oiling, and making minor repairs on equipment
  • Leads teams in the field effectively and efficiently as needed and directed by supervisor

Locator Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Confirm bore path with install foreman and drill operator (including walking the bore path)
  • Perform job site analysis (JSA) including completion of paperwork
  • Ensure there are proper clearances to install the product per standards
  • Record the depth of the tool head as required

 

Essential Education and Qualifications:

  • Good verbal communication skills
  • Valid Driver’s License
  • Valid DOT Health Card

Preferred Skills:

  • Class A Driver’s License (CDL)

Physical Demands:

  • Must be physically fit to endure the daily activity involved with the job
  • Must be able to work in all weather conditions
  • Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds

Pay Scale" $25 - $40 /hr

Benefits offered to eligible employees include medical, dental, vision, and supplemental life insurance, along with Paid Time Off, paid Holidays, traditional and ROTH 401(k) options with company match, employee stock purchase plan, education assistance program, employee assistance program, training and development opportunities, Telecommunications Industry Registered Apprenticeship Program, and a Commercial Driver’s License obtainment program.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

All offers of employment are expressly contingent upon the satisfactory completion, in accordance with Company policy, of a pre-employment drug screening and may be subject to a background check.

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About MP NEXLEVEL

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MP is a nationally recognized full service utility contracting company that was founded in 1973. It started by offering excavation services locally in Minnesota. Today, MP offers turnkey services to a wide range of markets throughout the United States, with permanent offices in Minnesota, Iowa, Nebraska, Missouri, Texas, California, and Arizona. MP Nexlevel takes pride in delivering quality work on time and within budget. We strive to exceed our customer’s expectations with every project. No matter the continued growth of the company, MP values each and every one of its employees, giving the company more of a family feel, making us strong, viable, and successful.

Industry

Utilities

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Maple Lake, MN, US

Year founded

1973

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