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At TelCom Construction, as a Directional Drill Operator, you’ll be responsible for operating drill equipment to install underground telecommunications cables and infrastructure.
Connecting You To Great Benefits
Why work with us
Your career here is more than just a job — it's your pathway to opportunity. Our hands-on training, supportive environment, and responsive leadership connect you to work with purpose. Our commitment to you extends beyond professional development to a safety-first culture that ensures you can do what you do best, with peace of mind.
To apply for this opportunity, please visit our careers page at https://careers.telcomconstruction.com/telcom.
Building stronger solutions together
Diversity and inclusion are an essential part of our culture and success. Our company is an equal-opportunity employer — we are committed to providing a work environment where everyone can thrive, grow, and feel connected.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
At TelCom Construction, as a Directional Drill Operator, you’ll be responsible for operating drill equipment to install underground telecommunications cables and infrastructure.
Connecting You To Great Benefits
- Weekly Paychecks
- Paid lodging and per diem when overnight travel is required
- Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Holidays
- Insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance)
- 401(k) w/ Company Match
- Stock Purchase Plan
- Education Reimbursement
- Class A CDL License program
- Legal Insurance
- Discounts on gym memberships, pet insurance, and much more!
- Determine bore path and locate utilities
- Safely operate and control all necessary equipment to complete assigned tasks
- Verify existing utilities by potholing to determine bore path
- Utilize “Mud” mixing systems
- Develop and maintain a bore schedule
- Responsible for site set-up, clean-up, and equipment maintenance
- Perform work in all weather conditions
- Other duties as assigned
- Extended travel is required throughout the TelCom footprint
- To be 18 years of age or older
- Authorization to work in the United States for this company
- High School Diploma, GED equivalent, or relevant work experience
- Valid state driver's license (cannot be Provisional), including an acceptable driving record
- Valid Class A Commercial driver's license with tanker endorsement or willingness to obtain it
- Must be able to pass a DOT physical exam, resulting in a valid medical card
- Experience with drilling equipment, including their capabilities, limitations, and drill setup and design processes
- Routinely: work with arms above shoulder level, in confined space and remote locations, operate vehicle and heavy machinery, squeeze, fine hand motion, bend, stoop, stand, walk, climb stairs and lift greater than 55 pounds
- Occasionally: use ladder, keyboard and mouse
Why work with us
Your career here is more than just a job — it's your pathway to opportunity. Our hands-on training, supportive environment, and responsive leadership connect you to work with purpose. Our commitment to you extends beyond professional development to a safety-first culture that ensures you can do what you do best, with peace of mind.
To apply for this opportunity, please visit our careers page at https://careers.telcomconstruction.com/telcom.
Building stronger solutions together
Diversity and inclusion are an essential part of our culture and success. Our company is an equal-opportunity employer — we are committed to providing a work environment where everyone can thrive, grow, and feel connected.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Salary : $24 - $35
