Directional Drill Operator

Job Description

Job Description

What You Will Do:

• Operates horizontal directional drilling equipment in accordance with blueprints and designated plans 
• Installing 500 – 1,000 feet of conduit in a typical workday 
• Maintains equipment per manufacturer's specifications and safety guidelines 
• Assisting in potholing, remediation, setting hand holes and pulling fiber
• Keep good records, as built drawings and complete daily site inspections 

 
What You Will Need:

• Knowledge of utility depths and placements; general knowledge of construction practices 
• Able to read blueprints/underground utility plans/redlines and interpret work assignments 
• Adheres to directional drilling best practices 
• Knowledge of job site safety practices 
• Able to work in trenches, manholes, tunnels and confined spaces and in work settings with moderate to loud noise levels 
• Able to move in different positions – crouching, kneeling, reaching, bending and lifting 75 lbs., unassisted 
• Willing to work overtime when required 
• Willing to travel and to work in all-weather conditions 
• Self-motivated and able to work well in groups 
• Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent 
• 2 years working with Vermeer or Ditch Witch DDD, or equivalent required 
• 2 years working in the telecommunications industry 

Must have a CDL

Education Required: High school diploma or equivalent and OSHA10 safety card certification is required. (If applicant does not hold an OSHA10 certification, Centerline Communications LLC will pay for computer-based training with applicant completing on-line course within 5 days of hiring on their own. Certification is the property of the applicant.) 

This pay range for this position is 35-45 Hr., pay is based on experience and location.

AAP/EEO Statement:

Centerline is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.  

Who We Are

At Centerline, we design, build, and maintain industry-leading critical infrastructure across North America. Our technicians, engineers, and professional staff bring unmatched expertise to each job, working as a team to deliver consistent, exceptional results. That’s why Fortune 500 clients choose Centerline again and again for a wide range of projects. 

With demand for connectivity at an all-time high, Centerline’s opportunities for growth are limitless — and so are yours. We’re committed to fostering your professional advancement and supporting your career journey. 

We look for team members who demonstrate our core values: Safety, Teamwork, Accountability, and Reliability. Our values are key to our team’s success and driving everyone to reach their full potential. As a member of our winning team, you’ll receive comprehensive insurance benefits — medical, dental, and vision — plus a 401(k) plan, referral bonuses, and generous PTO.  

Join us today. Together, we’re building a better network!