Underground Technician
Supporting the drilling supervisor to ensure the scope of work is done in an efficient matter. Must have 2 years of heavy equipment operation, 2 years construction experience and a CDL class A is required.
The underground equipment technician position entails:
- Digging and setting handholes
- Operating hydro excavator and ability to dig manually when scope of work prevents machinery.
- Locating for drill supervisor and locating underground utilities
- Restoring all disturbed surfaces, including concrete, to acceptable condition.
- Eagerness to learn new skills related to drilling to better support entire boring crew.
Position Requirements:
- Ability to pass random drug and alcohol testing
- Ability to communicate fluently with crew supervisor and other Local Underground employees
- Ability to drive long distances, and to tow trailers in accordance with DOT standards.
- Must be able to use backhoe, trenching and plowing equipment, mini-excavator and hand tools for construction, cleanup and restoration.
- Excellent organizational, time management, problem solving, written and verbal skills
- Must be able to function a tablet and smartphone to access prints, emails, and photos
Physical Demands
- Must be in good physical condition with the ability to stoop, crawl, bend at the knees, waist, squat and lift 50 lbs
- May be required to work long and unpredictable hours
- Position requires working outdoors in all types of weather conditions
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work:
- This is a full-time position with a typical work schedule of Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. with overtime requirements.
- This is a safety sensitive position.
- Candidates should expect some travel (5%-10%) within regional states, including extended overnight stays up to week at a time if required.
- Local Underground will compensate a per diem for travel and overnight stay if applicable.
Our Benefits: Local Underground offers a comprehensive benefits package that is designed to enhance all aspects of our employees’ well-being.
In addition to competitive pay; our benefits package includes:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Company-paid $50K Life Insurance polic, short-term and long-term disability insurance
- SIMPLE IRA with match
- Paid holidays
- 2 weeks Paid Time for new hires
Company Overview: Established in 2020, Local Underground is a small locally owned telecommunication & utility contractor. With small size comes endless opportunities along with: Competitive pay & benefits, incentive based bonus', ability to grow your career by learning new skills related to telecommunications, and working with a group of people who all want to grow a company together! We’ve built trust with our crews giving us ability to let our crews navigate their projects allowing them more autonomy & flexibility in their work day. Fast paced, challenging, and rewarding work!
Local Underground, LLC is proud to be an EEO/AA and Veteran-Friendly employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check required. Must be eligible to work in this country.