Founded in 1997, Southeast Utilities of Georgia (SEU) offers full-service commercial and residential construction, maintenance, and restoration for fiber optic, cable TV, telephone, and power. Our full range of aerial and underground services include trenching, plowing, missile and directional boring, pre-wire and post-wire, sweeps, certifications, and 24-hour call-out repair services for master contracts. Current master contracts include Comcast, MetroNet, Uniti Fiber, Newberry Electric Cooperative, and McCall-Thomas Engineering. SEU’s 13 Southeast offices are located in Georgia, South Carolina, Florida, Alabama, and Tennessee.
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Directional Boring Operator
Full-time, non-exempt
Augusta, GAJob Summary
We are looking for an Underground Construction Directional Driller to join our growing team. The Directional Driller will be responsible for operating the directional drill and/or locating for the rig. We are looking for experienced individuals with knowledge of the construction industry.
Job Responsibilities
- 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 potholing
- Perform duties in standard and high-risk areas
- Safely and successfully perform duties in all temperatures and climates
- Perform physical tasks for the entire assigned work shift
Required Skills and Qualifications
- High school or equivalent education
- Valid Driver’s License
- Pass a pre-employment drug test and MVR
- At least 1 year of recent experience in drilling/locating in standard and high-risk areas
- Ability to operate all equipment safely and productively
- Possess knowledge of utility depth and placement as well as 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
- Meet physical demands – lift and/or move 50 to 150 pounds
- All work is outdoors, subject to inclement weather conditions – must be capable of working safely in all temperatures and climates
- Stand and walk lengthy distances (1+ miles) over uneven terrain
- Drive and/or sit for long periods of time to remote jobsite locations
- Must be available to travel overnight to various sites as requested
Locator
Full-time, non-exempt
Augusta, GAJob Summary
The Locator position is responsible for pinpointing the paths of cables, pipes and other conduits that carry utilities underground. Locators’ efforts protect underground utilities from damage during projects involving excavation.
Job Responsibilities
- Responsible for accurately and safely search for and marking underground utilities in a designated area.
- Indicate utility locations through the utilization of paint and flags.
- Complete necessary documentation regarding the marking and photographing of each locate.
- Receive work tickets, open, document, close and provide follow-up summary of work.
- Perform light excavation with shovel, to expose buried utilities when necessary.
- Respond to emergency calls, as needed.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Field Technician
Full-time, non-exempt
Augusta, GAJob Summary
As a Technician, you will assist in the construction, installation, and maintenance of communications equipment and support structures
Job Responsibilities
- Working in a 2-3 man crew installing and performing maintenance on communication equipment -The basic use and care of hand tools and mechanical equipment
- Understanding of basic electrical theory
- Analyzing situations accurately and adopting an appropriate course of action
- Communicating orally and in writing
- Following instructions accurately and completing an assigned course of action
- Recognizing safety hazards and performing duties in a safe manner
- Work under close supervision
- Traveling extensively throughout the Midwest, our crews are 100% travel during the week and are home on the weekends
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Must have a High School diploma 0 to 1 year of industry experience
- Must be 21 years or older Must have a valid driver’s license
- Must be able to pass drug and background screening
- Complete the Field Technician 1 Training Program
- Working knowledge of basic hand tools and mechanical equipment
Fiber Splicer
Full-time, non-exempt
Augusta, GAJob Summary
Primary responsibilities include ability to splice/test/repair cables/wires in both indoor and outdoor settings, read, create, and maintain splicing diagrams, maintain activities surrounding the assigned work site(s), and take splicing field notes.
Job Responsibilities
- Ability to read prints and understand the fiber optic color code to install and test fiber cable in a variety of environments (underground, aerial)
- Ability to use fiber fusion splicing machines (including a mass fusion splicing machine) and operate a variety of different OTDR and power meters
- Ability to a place both aerial and underground splice closures along with a variety of other closures common to the splicing and termination of fiber optic cables
- Perform testing utilizing OTDRs, Power Meter/Light Sources, and VFLs. Record and document testing per customer specifications.
- Bond and ground fibers according to client specifications
- Always maintain a professional working attitude with co-workers and customers and adhere to safety practices and procedures
- Additional responsibilities as directed by the Foreman/Construction Manager
- Familiarization with Fujikura splicing tools and materials is a plus
Required Skills and Qualifications
- 1 + years of experience as a fiber splicer
- Experience while working from blueprints, specifications, and system documentation
- Will have a thorough working knowledge of the most widely used construction practices of fiber cable
- Current valid driver’s license with a clean driving record is required
- Must be capable of carrying a 24-foot ladder and wearing fall protection when needed
- Work up to 6 days per week in an all-weather environment and be willing to travel as required
- All applicants must follow safety guidelines and wear personal protective
- The networks we design and build enable everything in the modern world to operate, from healthcare and energy to transportation and communities.
- Our greatest asset is our people and here you have the opportunity to build your career from the ground up, as far as you want to go.
- Founded on safety and family values, we have the GRIT to be the best at what we do and have fun while doing it.
- A culture of employee recognition & rewards for GRIT core values
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Employer Paid & Voluntary Life Insurance
- Disability & Accident Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Health Savings Account (HSA*)
- 401(k) with up to 4% company match
- Free Wellness & Mental Health Resources
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Paid Time Off**
(Immediate Eligibility)
*Dependent on medical plan selection | **Options may vary based on work location.
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