Top Drilling Operations Executive jobs in Greensboro, NC

About Us:

Vision Directional Drilling is a full-service underground directional drilling company based in Burlington, North Carolina. Since 2006, our team has taken pride in providing reliable, high-quality directional drilling services to customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia.

Job Description:

Our team is growing! We are looking for an experienced drill operator who is respectful, dependable, and hard working. This position requires good communication and self-motivation skills.

Only serious inquiries will be considered. If you’re interested in this opportunity, please apply today.

Core Values:

· You have a track record of completing work with a high level of quality.

· You have a knack for figuring out hard problems and enjoy a hands - on approach to your work.

· You are looking for long-term projects.

· You enjoy getting your hands dirty with your team.

· You have at least 2 years of utility directional drilling experience

· You have experience operating various directional drills, backhoes, excavators, and skid steers.

· Safety oriented mindset.

· You have strong leadership qualities.

· You have good communication skills.

· You can handle multiple projects simultaneously.

· You are dependable and have a positive attitude.

Responsibilities:

· The Horizontal Directional Drill Operator is responsible for all duties associated with and related to the safe, efficient, and cost-effective operation of Directional Drills and various mud mixing equipment.

· As a Directional Drill Operator / Locator, you will support directional drilling for installation of underground conduit.

· Read and understand maps, drawings, and diagrams for the project build process.

· Operate a horizontal directional bore in collaboration with the Drill Locator to successfully install conduit. Operate various sized Vermeer or Ditchwitch drills.

· Transport heavy equipment to and from the job site.

· Load and unload equipment.

· Duties will also include repairing potholes, installi9ng hand-holes, and manholes.

· Other duties would be to perform general site preparation, including surveying existing utilities.

· Set equipment up including the drill, water tanks, reclaimers, and other equipment that may be necessary for job production.

· Ability to properly formulate and mix drilling mud for the site conditions.

· Ability to perform proper reaming and pull back methods for existing conditions.

· Maintain a clean job site.

· Oversee technicians and/or crew members work.

· Ability to properly clean and maintain the equipment, check fluid levels, and conduct a visual inspection of vehicle/equipment to assure your vehicle/equipment is performing at optimum safety, perform the required pre-trip, post trip inspections and the required reports, perform needed maintenance including winterizing equipment.

· Communicates with Supervisor daily to turn in required reports (i.e. Bore log, vehicle maintenance reports, etc.).

Follows specifications for the job and company policies.

· Complies with safety procedures on and off the project site.

· Strive for optimal production while working safely and performing quality work.

Physical Requirements:

· Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions.

· Must be able to lift and carry heavy materials, tools, and equipment (up to 50 pounds or more).

· Must be able to work overtime and weekends when the job requires it.

Benefits:

· Competitive pay

· Paid time off (after one year of employment)

· 401K

· 401K Matching

· Health Insurance

· Dental Insurance

· Vision Insurance

· Life Insurance

Experience:

· Directional Drilling (3 years preferred)

License/Certification:

· Valid CDL Class A (Preferred)

· Valid Driver’s License with clean record

Willingness to Travel:

· 75% (Preferred)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $80,000.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Directional Drilling: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CDL A (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 75% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person