Job Description

Reports To: Construction Manager
Travel Potential: 10–25%

Company Profile:

Congruex provides digital infrastructure solutions through engineering and construction services that connect communities nationwide. This includes wireline, wireless, data centers, and utility services from initial concept to market go-live.

With employees across the United States and India, the work we do enables essential infrastructure for the future of communications.

Build a Career. Build What Matters.

Job Summary:

As the Directional Drill Locator, you will be responsible for identifying and locating underground utilities to support safe and efficient excavation, drilling, and construction operations. You will utilize specialized locating equipment, mapping tools, and field expertise to prevent utility damage and maintain compliance with safety standards. Success in this role requires accurate utility locating, strong attention to detail, effective communication, and a commitment to safety and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities (Including, but not limited to):

· Utilize mapping tools, utility records, and locating equipment to identify underground electric, gas, telephone, telecommunications, and other utility lines.
· Accurately mark utility locations using paint and flags to support safe excavation and directional drilling operations.
· Operate, inspect, and maintain assigned company vehicles, locating equipment, tools, and other field equipment.
· Perform utility locating activities in standard and high-risk environments while following company and applicable safety requirements.
· Provide accurate and timely utility information to construction crews to help prevent utility strikes, service interruptions, and property damage.
· Communicate effectively with crews, leadership, customers, and utility partners regarding utility locations, field conditions, and potential risks.
· Additional responsibilities within functional scope based on business needs

Required Qualifications:

Education, Licensing, and Certifications

· High school diploma or GED preferred.
· Valid, unrestricted driver's license required.
· OSHA 10 certification required.

Experience

· Minimum 2 years of recent underground utility locating experience.
· Experience supporting directional drilling, excavation, telecommunications, or construction operations preferred.

Skills and Abilities

· Basic computer proficiency for reviewing maps, work orders, and project documentation.
· Ability to safely operate utility locating equipment and related field tools.
· Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work effectively with crews, leadership, customers, and utility partners.
· Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
· Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety, accuracy, and utility protection.

Preferred Qualifications:

· Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
· Experience in telecommunications or utility construction environments.
· Familiarity with directional drilling operations and underground utility infrastructure.

Physical Requirements:

· Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
· Ability to stand, walk, bend, squat, climb, kneel, push, pull, and work in physically demanding positions for extended periods.
· Work performed outdoors in varying and inclement weather conditions and around heavy equipment and machinery.
· Ability to maintain visual and audible awareness of surrounding personnel, vehicles, equipment, and work areas.
· Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety boots, safety glasses, hard hat, and other applicable safety gear.
· Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check, drug screen, and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) review.

Congruex Culture & Benefits:

Congruex’s culture of safety and performance is built on the 4X Factor core values of Be Safe, Be Accountable, Be Respectful, and Earn Trust. These values guide how we work with one another and how we interact with our customers.

We are committed to building a workplace where employees feel supported and recognized. We invest in employees through a comprehensive approach, including the benefits below with eligibility on Day 1 of employment :

· Medical, Dental & Vision benefits with 70% paid by the company
· 401(k) with company match up to 4% and immediate vesting
· 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 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

Additional Employment Information:

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. Conditions to hiring may include but are not necessarily limited to background checks and drug testing.

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