• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid unrestricted driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

• Minimum one (1) year of experience operating directional drilling equipment and locating underground utilities.
• Experience operating heavy equipment within telecommunications, utility, or underground construction environments.

• Ability to safely operate drilling equipment and work around active underground utilities.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, and utility locates.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety standards, basic computer skills, and shoring methods.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle record (MVR) review.

• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with tanker endorsement or willingness to obtain.
• DOT Medical Card or willingness to obtain.
• Experience operating Ditch Witch and Vermeer directional drilling equipment.

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, squat, climb, push, pull, and twist for extended periods.
• Work performed outdoors in all weather conditions around heavy equipment and active utilities while wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle record (MVR) review.

• Medical, Dental & Vision benefits with 70% paid by the company.
• 401(k) with company match up to 4% and immediate vesting.
• Flexible PTO for exempt roles and competitive PTO accrual for non-exempt roles.
• 10 company-paid holidays (9 standard and 1 floating).
• Company-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage.
• Company-paid Maternity & Parental Leave options.
• Company-paid Basic Life Insurance (with employee-paid voluntary options).
• Annual Safety Boot Program of up to $150 per eligible field employee per year.
• Safety Points Program for eligible field employees redeemable in the company store.
• Free wellness benefits including counseling, financial planning, and more.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

• Minimum one year of recent experience in directional drilling and/or utility locating.
• Experience within telecommunications, underground utility, or construction environments.

• General knowledge of directional drilling equipment, underground construction practices, and utility installation.
• Strong interpersonal communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to safely perform physically demanding work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or willingness to obtain one.
• OSHA certification.

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, and perform physically demanding work for extended periods.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and active construction environments.
• Ability to travel overnight as business needs require.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check, drug screen, and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) review.

• Medical, Dental & Vision benefits with 70% paid by the company
• 401(k) with company match up to 4% and immediate vesting
• Flexible PTO for exempt roles & competitive PTO accrual for non-exempt roles
• 10 company paid holidays (9 standard and 1 floating)
• Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage
• Company Paid Maternity & Parental Leave options
• Company Paid Basic Life Insurance (with employee-paid voluntary options)
• Annual Safety Boot Program of up to $150 per eligible field employee per year
• Safety Points Program for eligible field employees redeemable in the company store
• Free wellness benefits like counseling, financial planning, and more

The Locator position is responsible for pinpointing the paths of cables, pipes and other conduits that carry utilities underground. Locators’ efforts protect underground utilities from damage during projects involving excavation.

• Responsible for accurately and safely search for and marking underground utilities in a designated area.
  • Indicate utility locations through the utilization of paint and flags.
• Complete necessary documentation regarding the marking and photographing of each locate.
• Receive work tickets, open, document, close and provide follow-up summary of work.
• Perform light excavation with shovel, to expose buried utilities when necessary.
• Respond to emergency calls, as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

General

• Basic computer skills and proficiency to receive, open and close work tickets.
• Ability to locate underground utilities.
• Ability to read and interpret utility maps/prints to identify the type and size of underground utilities.
• Proficient in the use of hand tools and equipment (shovels, etc.).

Technical

• Ability to use mapping tools and other location information along with locating equipment to locate underground utilities including telecommunications, electric power, gas, oil, water, sewer, and cable TV systems, telephone, correctly, safely, and efficiently.
• Ability to pay close attention to detail.
• Ability to manage time effectively.
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions using information at hand.
• Basic working capability with PC software skills including Outlook, Excel, Word.
• Ability to read, review, interpret and understand technical documents.
• Ability to communicate with various business contacts representing the organization and with customers/public.
• Ability to work in confined spaces (i.e., tunnels, trenches, crawl spaces, manholes, etc.) for extended periods of time.​​​​​
• Ability to work outdoors under challenging weather conditions (i.e., snow, wind, rain, extreme heat and/or cold).
• Ability to perform physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs, moving your whole-body including climbing, lifting up to 30 pounds, reaching, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.
• Ability to travel for business requirements within Ohio, West Virginia, Kentucky, Indiana, Michigan, and Pennsylvania.​​​​​​
• Ability to work overtime, as needed.  Possible evening and weekend work may be required as there may be call-outs.​​​​​​
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work.
• Ability to adhere to company policy, regulations, procedures, and principles.
• High School diploma or equivalent.​
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Individuals will be required to pass a preemployment drug test and background screening.

Desired Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience with locating.
• Previous construction experience.
• Understanding of the telecommunications industry and construction practices.
• OSHA 10 certification.
• OSHA 30 certification.

As a Technician, you will assist in the construction, installation, and maintenance of communications equipment and support structures

• Working in a 2-3 man crew installing and performing maintenance on communication equipment -The basic use and care of hand tools and mechanical equipment
• Understanding of basic electrical theory
• Analyzing situations accurately and adopting an appropriate course of action
• Communicating orally and in writing
• Following instructions accurately and completing an assigned course of action
• Recognizing safety hazards and performing duties in a safe manner
• Work under close supervision
• Traveling extensively throughout the Midwest, our crews are 100% travel during the week and are home on the weekends

• Must have a High School diploma 0 to 1 year of industry experience
• Must be 21 years or older Must have a valid driver’s license
• Must be able to pass drug and background screening
• Complete the Field Technician 1 Training Program
• Working knowledge of basic hand tools and mechanical equipment