Directional Drill Operator-Shift/Site

Canadian Fiber Optics; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in fiber optics is seeking a Directional Drill Operator committed to safety and operational excellence. The role requires efficient rig operation, equipment maintenance, and the physical capability to meet demanding work requirements. Candidates should have experience with drilling rigs and strong problem-solving skills, along with a commitment to safety. Benefits include dental, vision care, and extended health coverage.

Benefits

Dental & Vision Care

Extended Health Care

Qualifications

• Experience operating a drilling rig, 1-ton trucks and trailers required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Operate a Drill Rig efficiently for underground Fiber Optic cable installation.
• Inspect and maintain equipment regularly.
• Pull cable through conduit and perform labor tasks including site clean-up.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Mechanical Inclination

Job description

About The Company

Canadian Fiber Optics (CFOC) and Norther Lights Fiber (NLF) is committed to bridging the digital divide: we bring best-in-class broadband internet to rural and underserved markets. We are built on a foundation of Courage, Curiosity, Compassion and Humility. And the truth is… we love what we do! Bringing communities together is a powerful thing, and we are proud of the impact we make in the lives of our customers.

Job Summary

A Directional Drill Operator will be responsible for safely operating the Directional Drill to place drops to premise. We're looking for someone who can safely provide high-quality work while working efficiently. This job will require the ability to travel for work. It can be physically demanding and may require 8 – 10 hour days in various weather conditions.

What You Will Be Doing

Ensure that Health and Safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices, policies, and processes and always acting in a safe manner.

Operate a Drill Rig ranging from 8x10 or 10x15 efficiently to facilitate instillation of conduit for underground Fiber Optic cable.

Inspect and maintain equipment regularly including preventative maintenance.

Operate motorized vehicle and trailer and Properly secure and transport equipment to a work site and safely off-load.

Complete and maintain all required paperwork and documentation.

Pull cable through conduit and ducting with the use of equipment or by hand.

Perform labor tasks with the use of shovel and hand tools to complete each assignment, including site clean-up.

Ensure effective use of time, materials, fuel, and equipment.

Preform Other Duties As Required And/or Assigned.

What we are looking for:

Experience operating a Drilling Rig, 1-ton Trucks and Trailers is required

Proven track record of successfully executing complex directional drilling projects.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Excellent problem-solving abilities, with a proactive approach to operational challenges.

Experience working with fiber optics is an asset.

The ideal candidate must be punctual at all times.

Ability to manage a physically demanding job that involves sitting, standing, bending, climbing, lifting, working at heights, and in confined spaces as well as the ability to travel for work.

Must be mechanically inclined.

Commitment to safety and operational excellence.

Work Schedule

10 Hour Shift

This position is overtime eligible

Benefits

Dental & Vision Care

Extended Health Care

Other Requirements

A valid Class 5 driver’s license is required.

Occasional travels to work from Vermilion may be required for this position.