Mastec Communications Group
Provides infrastructure, construction, and engineering services for telecommunications and energy sectors.
Directional Drill Operator/Locator
Operate and locate horizontal directional drills for underground conduit/fiber installation.
Job Highlights
About the Role
As a Directional Drill Operator/Locator you will support directional drilling for the installation of underground conduit and fiber optic cable, locate and operate the horizontal directional bore in partnership with the drill locator, and read utility locates to coordinate daylighting of facilities. You will also ensure the safety of the public and existing underground utilities while transporting heavy equipment to and from the job site each day. • Support directional drilling for underground conduit and fiber optic cable installation. • Locate and operate horizontal directional drilling equipment in collaboration with the drill locator. • Ensure public safety and protect existing underground utility facilities. • Read utility locates and coordinate daylighting of underground facilities. • Transport heavy equipment to and from the job site daily.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸directional drilling
- ▸equipment operation
- ▸utility locate
- ▸daylighting coordination
- ▸public safety
- ▸equipment transport
What You Bring
The ideal candidate is safety‑focused, delivers high‑quality work, enjoys hands‑on problem solving, and thrives on long‑term projects with a team. Required qualifications include at least two years of urban utility directional drilling experience, proficiency with Vermeer or Ditch Witch drills, the ability to read maps, drawings, and diagrams, and a valid Class A CDL with a clean driving record. • Minimum 2 years urban utility directional drilling experience with Vermeer or Ditch Witch rigs. • Ability to read maps, drawings, and diagrams; valid Class A CDL with clean record.
Requirements
- ▸directional drilling
- ▸vermeer
- ▸ditch witch
- ▸class a cdl
- ▸map reading
- ▸safety focus
Benefits
Compensation ranges from $28 to $42 per hour depending on experience, complemented by a robust benefits package that includes 401(k) matching, an employee stock purchase plan, medical/dental/vision coverage, life and disability insurance, paid time off, holidays, family and medical leave, and a $1,000 referral incentive. • $28–$42 hourly wage based on experience. • Comprehensive benefits: 401(k) match, employee stock purchase plan, medical/dental/vision insurance. • Paid time off, holidays, family/medical leave, and sick time. • $1,000 referral bonus for successful hires.
Work Environment
Field