Job Title: Directional Driller Operating Unit: Gudenkauf Department: Splicer Reports To: Division Manager OSP Employment Status:Full-time, exempt Primary Location: Columbus, OH Compensation: We will determine salary based on skills and experience in relation to the function of the role, as well as equity to any other employees in the same or similar role.
Company Profile:
Congruex
Congruex was formed in 2017 to take advantage of historic demand for digital connectivity. The digital networks we design and build for our clients enable everything in the modern world to operate, from healthcare and energy to transportation and social interactions.
Few companies in our industry can operate at scale and self-perform services like our multinational team. Our clients choose Congruex to deliver turn-key digital networks under a single platform. Our unified vision is to become the best end-to-end provider of network design and build services in the U.S.
We are the One Congruex Family. We are building tomorrow, together.
Why Work At Congruex
Opportunities We offer opportunities at all levels across the nation – from students to industry veterans – in areas of engineering, construction, and professional services. Wellbeing We value the wellbeing of our people and offer competitive compensation, health benefits, wellness resources, 401(k) retirement planning, and employee recognition and leadership development programs. Options may vary by geographic location.
Culture The pillars of Congruex culture are GRIT, safety, inclusion, and family.
GRIT: Our GRIT values are part of our company DNA and the touchstone for our multinational workforce.
Guts - having the guts to do the right thing
Reliability - being reliable to deliver what we promise
Innovation - innovating every day
Teamwork - embracing teamwork together as One Congruex
Safety: We are committed to 24/7 safety practices on our jobsites, within our offices, and all the places our team exists in between.
Inclusion: Congruex embraces our team’s diversity and promotes an inclusive workplace for all.
Family: We are a family-oriented company committed to the long-term health and development of our people.
Gudenkauf, a Congruex Company
Gudenkauf is a diversified telecommunications, utility and systems integration solution provider with the personnel, equipment, expertise, and experience to deliver even in the toughest and most complicated conditions. We offer a variety of services from outside plant construction, fiber optic splicing and testing, utility locating, intelligent transportation systems, gas line cathodic protection, and emergency restoration services. We have grown to service the states of Ohio, West Virginia, along with expanding into Kentucky, Indiana, Michigan, Virginia, and Pennsylvania.
Job Summary: We are looking for an Underground Construction Directional Driller to join our growing team. The Directional Driller will be responsible for operating drilling equipment and/or locating the predetermined path to the exit point. We are looking for experienced individuals with knowledge of the telecommunications construction industry.
Job Responsibilities (Including, but not limited to):
Operate drilling equipment and various other construction equipment used on the jobsite to complete daily work assignments
Drill and/or locate predetermined path to exit point
Assist in support of drilling operations
Represent Gudenkauf in a positive and professional manner at all times
Perform duties in standard and high-risk areas
Safely and successfully perform duties all year round
Perform physical tasks required to successfully complete day-to-day operations
Travel overnight to various sites as requested
Required Skills:
Valid Driver’s License (unrestricted)
Pass a pre-employment drug test and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)
At least 1 year of recent experience in drilling/locating
General knowledge of construction practices and equipment
Strong interpersonal communication skills with the ability to interact with the crew, leadership, and clients
Function effectively as an integral part of a team
Ability to perform all work outdoors, subject to inclement weather conditions
Desired Qualifications:
CDL preferred, or willing to obtain one
OSHA certified
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. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.
Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at-will” employment relationship.
