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Directional Drill Operator, Telecom

TAK Broadband · Prescott Valley, AZ · 3 days ago
On-siteManufacturing$25–$38/hrFull-time

Description

TAK Broadband is a leading U.S. fiber broadband network construction contractor operating in 42 states. We connect communities to new digital opportunities through comprehensive service solutions, including engineering, distribution, and construction services. Our team includes over 100 construction crews, more than 300 bury drop crews, and over 700 professional technicians.

About the role

We are seeking a Horizontal Directional Drill Operator to join our team in Arizona (traveling to surrounding areas like Cottonwood, Prescott Valley, Phoenix, Sedona, etc.).

Responsibilities

  • Operate drilling equipment in both standard and high-risk areas with live utilities
  • Support vehicles and other construction equipment to complete assigned projects
  • Perform pilot bores, ream the path, and pull back cable/pipe along a predetermined precise underground route in collaboration with a drill locator and vac crews
  • Complete drilling in both standard and high-risk areas with live utilities
  • Transport heavy equipment and materials to job sites
  • Ensure all utilities have been located and a visual verification completed prior to job start
  • Read staking sheets to determine construction requirements and plan drilling operations
  • Maintain a safe work site with proper set up and clean up of job sites, including surface restoration
  • Maintain a working knowledge of utility depths and placements
  • Troubleshoot and make operational adjustments as needed, conferring with construction manager and others to resolve problems
  • Ensure vehicles, equipment and tools are properly maintained, in good repair and secured in a safe manner daily
  • Complete all projects with safety as the #1 priority, ensuring compliance with internal safety standards and all governmental orders, including 811 safe digging requirements
  • Other duties as assigned

Requirements

  • 1+ years of directional drilling experience required
  • Strong communication and coordination with locators, support crews, and other team members
  • Understanding of drill mechanics, soil types, fluid mixtures, and locator technology
  • Able to travel and work outside of business hours when needed, overtime, etc., in all seasons
  • Excellent customer service, time management, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills
  • Able to multi-task, shifting from one task to another without interruption
  • Able to work with a noise level from moderate to loud
  • Able to lift and carry up to 70lbs as needed
  • Able to complete work outdoors, in tight spaces or elevated by bending, reaching, twisting, climbing in all weather conditions year round
  • Able to safely work and navigate various terrains, managing equipment, safety equipment, and tools
  • Must provide a valid government-issued photo ID for verification; a driver's license is required if the role involves driving; Class A CDL Required
  • Passing of all pre-employment requirements (MVR, Background Check, Drug Screen)

Benefits

Full Time Compensation: $25 - $38 per hour, DOE (per diem for work outside of area)
Full Benefits Package (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Paid Time Off
401(k) with Company Match!
25K Company Paid Life Insurance
Career Development & Advancement Opportunities!

The Role: Operate drilling equipment, support vehicles and other construction equipment to complete assigned projects. Perform pilot bores, ream the path and pull back cable/pipe along a predetermined precise underground route in collaboration with a drill locator and vac crews. Complete drilling in both standard and high-risk areas with live utilities. Transport heavy equipment and materials to job sites. Ensure all utilities have been located and a visual verification completed prior to job start. Read staking sheets to determine construction requirements and plan drilling operations. Maintain a safe work site with proper set up and clean up of job sites, including surface restoration. Maintain a working knowledge of utility depths and placements. Troubleshoot and make operational adjustments as needed, conferring with construction manager and others to resolve problems. Ensure vehicles, equipment and tools are properly maintained, in good repair and secured in a safe manner daily. Complete all projects with safety as the #1 priority, ensure compliance with internal safety standards and all governmental orders, including 811 safe digging requirements. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements: 1+ years of directional drilling experience required. Strong communication and coordination with locators, support crews, and other team members. Understanding of drill mechanics, soil types, fluid mixtures and locator technology. Ability to travel and work outside of business hours when needed, overtime, etc., in all seasons. Excellent customer service, time management, problem-solving and troubleshooting skills. Ability to multi-task, shifting from one task to another without interruption. Ability to work with a noise level from moderate to loud. Ability to lift and carry up to 70lbs as needed. Ability to complete work outdoors, in tight spaces or elevated by bending, reaching, twisting, climbing in all weather conditions year round. Ability to safely work and navigate various terrains, managing equipment, safety equipment and tools. Must provide a valid government-issued photo ID for verification; a driver's license is required if the role involves driving; Class A CDL Required. Passing of all pre-employment requirements (MVR, Background Check, Drug Screen).

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