Bore Locator (Underground)

Congruex•Ontario, CA

About The Position

The Underground Locator plays a crucial role in ensuring the safety and integrity of underground utility infrastructure during construction and excavation activities.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, and at least 1+ years experience
Must be available to work long periods including evenings and weekends when necessary.
Ability to stand, walk, sit
Ability to use hands or feet
Ability to reach with hands and arms
Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl
Ability to lift up to 75 lbs as needed
Ability to maintain all safety expectations
Works outdoors for extended periods
Exposed to extreme weather conditions
Must be able to operate machinery in all weather conditions and terrains
Must be able to work at heights and/or confined spaces
Must be able to work while wearing safety boots, safety glasses, hardhat, and any applicable safety gear.
Troubleshooting abilities
Excellent mechanical skills.
Ability to follow instructions.
Ability to work as a team.
Oral communication skills.
Knowledge and understanding of reading drawings and ability to follow specifications
OSHA 10

Nice To Haves

Must have’s are CATV / Spectrum experience.
Preferred are Mini X / Excavator skills and training
Concrete finishing and asphalt restoration experience is a plus.
Bucket truck training and certs are a plus.

Responsibilities

Identify and mark the location of underground utilities such as water, gas, electric, and telecommunications lines. This involves using equipment like GPR, and electrical devices to precisely locate these lines.
Operate excavation equipment (Mini excavator, trencher, bore machine hydro-vac, etc)
Walk and confirm bore path with bore operator, spot utilities
Ensure proper clearances to install the product per standards
Record the depth of the tool head as required (bore logs)
Ensure the drill head is in a good position at the exit pit to connect the product
Oversee laborer's and/or crew members' work and monitor time usage
Underground Locator may be responsible for placing conduit and/or cables in trenches, splicing conduit sections (install couplers) as directed, and placing ground rods, pedestals, vaults, etc. to complete construction tasks
Place conduit and/or cables in trenches, splice conduits sections (install couplers) as directed, and place ground rods, pedestals, vaults, etc. to complete construction tasks
Must be able to operate tamps, jackhammers, core drills, concrete saws, and other miscellaneous equipment safely
Hand dig with shovels, picks, and digging bars to expose located utilities, access u/g vaults and pedestals, and complete trenches