Bore Locator (Travel Crew)

Job Profile

Job Title: Bore Locator I, II

Primary Location: Louisville, KY

Employment Status: Full Time, Non-Exempt 

Who Is Congruex 

Congruex designs and builds broadband and wireless communications infrastructure. The work we do enables everything in the modern world to operate, from healthcare and energy to transportation and social interactions.

We deliver turn-key network solutions under a single platform by aligning our engineering and in-market construction operating units. Our vision is to be the best end-to-end provider of network services in the U.S. and our core values of GRIT connect everything we do.

CNS, a Congruex Company, is looking for a Bore Locator to join our construction team. Learn more about our operating unit at: www.Congruex.com 

CNS, a Congruex Company

Our Large Program division (CNS) is looking for travel crews to complete work around the Louisville, Ky market. Our travel crews will provide support for our existing projects in Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky and Tennessee.

Our travel crew will work as a team to perform underground fiber construction (Plow, Drill, Bore, Vac Truck, Tie & Vault).

On top of our existing great benefit package, our travel crew will also be eligible for:

• Competitive Base Pay + Premium Pay (based on job level)
• Daily Per Diem
• Referral bonus

We are building tomorrow, together. Will you join us? 

Your New Job 

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

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 

Requirements

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent, and at least 1+ years experience
• Must be available to work long periods including evenings and weekends when necessary.

Physical Requirements:

• 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

 Key Competencies, Skills, Abilities: 

• 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

 Required Licenses/Certificates/Registrations:

•  OSHA 10

Why Work At Congruex

No matter what role you play, you are an important part of the One Congruex Family. We offer:

·     Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits

·     401(k) Program with a Company Match.

·     Free Wellness Resources & Marketplace Discounts

·     Paid Maternity & Parental Leave

·     Paid Basic Life Insurance & Voluntary Options

·     The pillars of Congruex culture are GRIT, safety, inclusion, and family.

 The Fine Print:
We will determine salary based on skills and experience in relation to the function of the role, as well as equity to employees in similar roles. Some benefits have eligibility criteria. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at-will” employment relationship.