HDD Operator

HKA Enterprises is unable to support C2C. 3^rd party submissions and C2C requests will not be considered for any positions.

**Horizonal drilling or Directional drilling experience needed**

Tunnel Boring Inspector Duties:  To monitor the work of contractors to ensure quality control and contract compliance for VDOT tunneling construction project of moderate complexity, under the direction of a Tunnel Quality Control Manager or lead. 

Specific Responsibilities include: 

• Inspect work activities in Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) while in operation to monitor head pressure, and TBM arrangement, cutter head , drive, screw conveyors, gantries, and alignment.
• Inspect liner ring build positions and joints offset, radial and circumferential
• Observe and record grouting of liner segments during the annulus ring build, back fill grouting
• Verify tunnel segments identification and check for damaged segments and seals
• Monitor as built alignment from TBM database VS theoretical alignment , make sure misalignment is identified.
• Inspect / verify TBM guidance system
• Monitor and record Jack Pressure and extensions including load distribution pad
• Record deformation after ring build
• Verify ring build positioning
• Overseas, and provides instructions to more junior and less experienced inspectors
• Advises contractors, other inspectors, and supervisors of nonconformance and recommends adjustments to operations
• Track deficiencies and nonconformance and their corrective actions; document in Daily Report
• Prepares Daily Reports and may review more junior inspector reports
• Takes field measurements and makes basic calculations of field quantities
• Reviews lines, grades, dimensions, and elevations using standard survey and field engineering markings
• Maintains project records; including daily diaries, records of deficiencies/nonconformance and logs
• Completes check lists and test reports for work activities
• Review, collect and monitor materials delivery tickets
• Perform other administrative duties as assigned.
• May be required to inspects and monitors contractual field work which includes excavations, drainage facilities, concrete placement, steel and precast member erections, soil and aggregate placement, road surfaces, and structures

TBM Construction Inspector is expected to be competent with the following skills:

•  Experience with TBM data monitoring, work activities, and ground movement monitoring from instruments
• Experience with segment repair in the tunnel.
• Familiar with OHSA rule in a gassy environment, safety to be adhered in the tunnel.
• Must be capable to read specification and IFC drawing and work procedures this is necessity for inspectors
• Experience filing daily inspection report concisely as instructed.
• Using company software and computer
• Must be willing to work on weekend being Saturday and Sunday and rotational shifts
• Operating computer equipment, software programs and field inspection Functional computer usage including familiarity with Microsoft office suite software
• Read and interpret tunnel, roadway, structure and bridge plans and specification
• Apply mathematical formulas and engineering principles to determine minor field adjustments
• Maintain detailed records and keep documentation organized for inspections and testing. 

Qualifications:

• Associates degree in Civil Engineering Technology or applicable field.
• 4 - 8 years of experience required.
• Pre-employment drug screening is a condition of employment.
• Background and motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position.

Performance Expectations:

• Accurately records and reports daily forms per project requirements
• Communicates effectively with client, contractor, staff, and supervisor
• Proactively resolves problems at the lowest level
• Adheres to project scope, schedule, and budget
• Reviews all work for completeness and accuracy prior to submitting
• Submits accurate time sheets, mileage and expense reports on time each week
• Reviews jobsite safety daily and takes immediate action to document and resolve issues
• Understands OSHA Safety Standards and the client corporate policies and follows them at all times
• Maintains all required certifications and participates in training courses as required
• Understands all applicable industry standards for project and performs all tasks per standards and client requirements