Fiber Construction Directional Drill Operator

Responsibilities

• Operate the directional drill
• Train others on the team to operate the directional drill
• Work on small horizontal directional drilling projects
• Prepare a worksite to locate utilities and eliminate possible hazards
• Load, unload and transport construction materials and tools
• Hand dig to clear debris for an operator
• Check utilities and clearances
• Safely and efficiently operate tools and equipment based on job requirements, including locating utilities
• Fuse and prepare HDPE pipe, assemble fittings and parts to specifications
• Absorb drilling fluid mixing and clean-up
• Absorb job site clean-up
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Previous directional drill operating experience
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Experience operating a directional drill required
• Experience installing conduit and fiber optic cables preferred
• Education in Utilities Construction preferred
• Must have a valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• Must be able to travel, minimum required is less than 5 days per month
• Must be able to bend, kneel, stand, and walk for long periods of time
• Must be able to lift, push, and pull 50 lbs. regularly
• Must have strong organizational skills and attention to detail