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.