Directional Drill Operator

Overview

Operate horizontal directional drill to install underground conduit for fiber projects.

Key Responsibilities

• equipment setup
• drill operation
• bore path
• quality checks
• vehicle inspection
• crew oversight

Tasks

-Reverse process to install product -Set equipment up including the drill, water tanks and grounding the machine -Communicate with the locator/lead via radio to confirm the location of the drill head -Confirms with locator/lead the bore path to drill -Assist with setting hand holes and completing tie ins -Conduct post-job quality checks -Drill out following the predetermined drill path to the exit pit -Drive equipment to job site -Operate Horizontal Directional Drill -Assist in potholing and remediation -Communicates with Supervisor daily to turn in required paperwork (i.e. Bore log, vehicle maintenance reports, etc.) -Clean, check fluid levels and conduct a visual inspection of vehicle/equipment to assure your vehicle/equipment is performing at optimum safety, perform the required pre-trip, post trip inspections and the required paperwork, perform needed maintenance including winterizing equipment. -Oversee laborers and/or crew member’s work and monitor time usage -Assist with the install of proper pulling gear and hook up product

Requirements

• driver's license
• hdd experience
• cdl a
• dot knowledge
• underground utilities
• self-motivated

What You Bring

-Ability to work well independently and as a part of a team with co-workers -Ability to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods, often under adverse climatic conditions. -Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid State of Residence Driver’s License is required within two weeks of employment. -Strong knowledge of underground utilities -1+ years of demonstrated Horizontal Directional Drilling experience -English usage sufficient to keep records, place orders, and prepare simple narrative reports -Knowledge of underground pot holing preferred -Ability to pass motor vehicle, criminal background check, and comply with drug-free workplace policy -Ability to climb, dig, work in tight spaces, on uneven surfaces, walking, stooping, and kneeling -Ability to read and comprehend and follow all quality/safety policies and procedures -Ability to lift up to 80 lbs multiple times during a work shift -Candidates must pass criminal and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) background checks and pass a pre-employment drug screen. -CDL A a plus -Ability to understand and follow specific oral and written instructions -Working knowledge of DOT regulations (Vehicle and Operator Qualifications) -Understanding of client and company work specifications -Ability to work in all types of weather -Ability to comply with the “Operator’s Manual” for your equipment -Self-motivated, safety, quality and production minded

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About Peak Utility Services Group

-Operates via subsidiaries including SiteWise, Kelly Cable, Riley Brothers, Superior Pipeline Services, Hydrovac, and 5 Star Electric. -Delivers full‑suite utility infrastructure services—from engineering and procurement to construction and emergency response. -Typical projects involve gas distribution line installs, underground power networks, fiber and 5G broadband rollout, and pipeline station builds. -Known for specialty offerings like horizontal directional drilling, cathodic protection, hot‑tapping, and hydro excavation. -Supports communities across Mountain‑West, Boston metro, Dallas‑Fort Worth, Florida panhandle, and more. -Notable for uniting national-scale capabilities with local safety cultures and 24/7 emergency readiness.

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Security Clearance

-must pass criminal background check -must pass motor vehicle record (mvr) background check and pre‑employment drug screen