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Directional Drill Operator-Telecom

DDS Companies
Buffalo, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 4/4/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/3/2025
Join Our Team:

Embrace the opportunity to make a significant impact in the construction industry. We value hard work, dedication, and a commitment to safety above all else. Our team of dedicated Telecommunications professionals thrives on innovation and collaboration, ensuring that we exceed client expectations at every stage. Fiber connects the World! If you are an experienced Drill Operator with a passion for building a better tomorrow, we invite you to apply and be part of our exceptional team that values integrity, teamwork, and continuous growth.

About the DDS Companies: The DDS Companies is a reputable and dynamic organization that specializes in providing comprehensive infrastructure construction and engineering solutions. With a commitment to excellence, safety, and customer satisfaction, we consistently deliver successful projects across various industries.

Benefits:

  • Health, Dental, and Vision Plans
  • 401K with match
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Life and AD&D coverage
  • Short and Long-Term Disability
  • HSA and or FSA Accounts
  • Comprehensive Training Programs

Telecom-Directional Drill Operator Pay Rate: $25-30/Hour

The Directional Drill Operator will be responsible for the installation of underground conduit and fiber optic cable. The position will require travel throughout New York State and will work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.

This position will be required to perform the following functions:

  • Operate Directional Drill, confirm and walk bore path
  • Maintain equipment per service requirements and safety
  • Perform job site analysis
  • Understand blueprints and locate underground utilities
  • Mud mixing, bore gel prep
  • Maintain a safe work environment by following codes, standards, and legal regulations
  • Perform routine labor (potholing, equipment set-up, conduit/cable placement etc.)
  • Operates vehicles and other construction equipment as needed

Skills and Experience

Required:

  • A minimum of 3-5 years’ related experience drilling in both soft and hard terrain
  • Proficient in Dig Safe and underground utility locating
  • Knowledge of utility depths, placement practices and procedures
  • Possess a valid Driver’s License and have a clean driving record
  • Must be able to lift 50 lbs repeatedly

Preferred:

  • Class A CDL License
  • Previous fiber optic cable installation experience.

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

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