Bore Operator

ElectriCom Inc; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with match

Medical, Dental & Vision

HSA with company contributions

Life & AD&D Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Short-Term Disability

Weekly Pay

Job summary

ElectriCom Inc in Paoli, Indiana, is seeking a Bore Operator to join our field crew. You will operate directional drilling equipment, coordinate with locators and laborers, and maintain a safe, productive job site.

Requires 2–3+ years of bore operator experience, a valid driver’s license (CDL preferred), physical stamina for outdoor work, and willingness to travel. This is a full-time, on-site role with competitive benefits and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• 2-3+ years of Bore Operator experience.
• Knowledge of utility construction excavation.
• Ability to perform physical labor in an outdoor environment.
• Valid Driver’s License required, CDL preferred.
• Must be willing to travel.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a directional drill and use standard tools of the trade.
• Coordinate activities of Locator and Laborers to meet production schedule.
• Maintain a safe job site and ensure safety standards are met.
• Assist crew and communicate with Supervisor, Area Manager, and Customers.
• Engage in routine training (LMS, OSHA – 10 Hour, etc.).
• Perform roadside traffic control.

Skills

Bore Operator experience

Tools

CDL license

Job description

Position Description

ElectriCom, a utility construction company founded in 1960 in Paoli, Indiana, has experienced continuous growth since its inception. We take pride in our strong family-focused culture, both in the workplace and in our customer relationships. We seek employees who want to grow with a progressive company and who value quality, safety, and teamwork. ElectriCom offers competitive wages and benefits, along with opportunities for advancement and skill development.

This position will be required to operate directional drilling equipment, as well as coordinating activities of locators and laborers and maintaining a safe job site while assisting crew to ensure safety standards are being met.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Safety first!
• Safely operate a directional drill as needed and utilize the standard tools of the trade.
• Coordinate activities of Locator and Laborers to meet production schedule.
• Maintain safe job site.
• Assist crew to ensure safety standards are being met.
• Ability to work full‑time, in an outdoor environment and in all weather conditions.
• Ability to interact with and communicate well with Supervisor, Area Manager, Co-workers, and Customers.
• Routine Training as assigned (LMS, OSHA – 10 Hour, etc.).
• Roadside Traffic Control.

COMPANY BENEFITS

We Invest In You — your career, your success, and your future.

At ElectriCom, people are our greatest strength. Our benefits are designed to support your growth, your well‑being, and your long‑term financial security.

• Focused Construction Training
• Opportunities for advancement and skill development

Your Success

• 401(k) with Company Match up to 6%
• Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage, including a $0-cost health benefit plan option
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company Contributions & Match
• Company-Paid Life & AD&D Insurance
• Company-Paid Long-Term Disability
• Company-Paid Short-Term Disability after 3 years of employment
• Additional Voluntary Life Insurance & Voluntary Short-Term Disability

Your Work‑Life Balance

• Weekly Pay

JOIN THE ELECTRICOM FAMILY ---- WHERE YOUR FUTURE IS OUR PRIORITY

Position Requirements

• 2-3+ years of previous experience as a Bore Operator.
• Possess knowledge and experience working in utility construction excavation.
• Ability to perform physical labor in an outdoor environment.
• Valid Driver’s License required, CDL preferred.
• Must be willing to travel.

Equal Opportunity Employer

ElectriCom is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Building utility infrastructure to improve quality of life in our communities.