Directional Bore Operator / Locator - Meadville

Zohorecruit; Meadville (Crawford County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Zohorecruit in Meadville is seeking a Directional Bore Operator / Locator to join our crew. This role travels across the Northeast, away from home for extended periods, with occasional local assignments.

Responsibilities include setting up and operating directional drill, locating utilities, reading blueprints, and completing safety and site paperwork. A Class A CDL and about one year of bore experience are preferred; weekly travel is required with hotel and per diem provided.

Qualifications

• One year of directional bore experience or equivalent
• Experience reading engineering/construction prints
• Knowledge of utility depths and placements

Responsibilities

• Load and unload directional bore equipment and tools securely
• Transport materials and equipment safely between sites
• Perform a daily inspection of bore equipment prior to use
• Prepare drill fluid based on site conditions
• Locate/operate the directional drill to place cables
• Identify utilities and verify against blueprints
• Connect/stub-up conduit and wire and dig pits or trenches as needed
• Complete timesheets, logs and expense reports accurately
• Adhere to safety policies and work in a safe manner
• Travel weekly to job sites and stay away from home; hotel and per diem provided

Skills

Read blueprints

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Communication skills

Education

One year of directional bore experience

Class A CDL

Tools

CDL Class A

Job description

Directional Bore Operator / Locator - Meadville

Meadville, United States | Posted on 09/30/2026

We're looking for a Directional Bore Operator / Locator to join our crew. We are searching the area of Meadville for our next potential Directional Bore Operator / Locator. This is a traveling position; our crews work job sites throughout the Northeast, and candidates should expect to be away from home for extended stretches, including multiple nights during the week. Any local or nearby assignments should be considered the exception rather than the rule.

Summary/Objective

This position performs tasks required for the operation of directional drill including set-up and bore path completion for the construction/upgrade of communications conduit, gas, water, sewer, etc.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Load and unload directional bore equipment in a manner that is secure and damage free

Transport associated tools, materials and/or equipment in a safe manner

Complete a daily inspection on bore equipment prior to commencing work

Prepare the drill fluid based on site conditions prior to boring commencing

In conjunction with bore crew, locate/operate the directional drill using the selected bore heads and back reamers to place cables

Operate horizontal directional drill equipment in accordance with company and industry standards

Responsible for locating cables and verification in accordance with blueprints

Identifies utilities in the construction area and bore path

Connect/stub-up conduit and wire

Dig pits, trenches or potholes as required including windows when crossing utilities

Restores and/or landscapes disturbed areas of the jobsite

Accurately complete all required company documentation for each assignment according to established company standards and procedures (i.e. timesheet, vehicle log, expense report)

Adhere to all established company safety policies and perform work in a safe manner.

Perform other duties and tasks as assigned in order to help team complete a project

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to read and interpret engineering/construction prints, plans and specifications

Knowledge of utility depths and placements

Possess general knowledge of construction practices

Ability to work in various environments/settings with moderate to loud noise levels

Ability to work in trenches, manholes and tunnels

Must have attention to detail and be thorough in completing work tasks

Ability to work efficiently, independently and collaboratively within a team environment Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills

Ability to move materials/equipment weighing up to 80 pounds

Ability to manage multiple tasks with changing priorities to meet deadlines in a fast paced environment with constant interruptions

Ability to work efficiently, independently and collaboratively within a team environment

Able to work 10+ hours in a day when necessary

Willing to work outside in varying weather conditions

Travel

Weekly travel is required for this position. Company will pay hotel expenses (shared room) and per diem

Preferred Education and Experience

One year of experience operating a directional borer preferably in the telecommunications field

Previous rock boring experience

Class A CDL

Requirements

Please note that only applications from individuals residing in the United States will be considered for this position. We appreciate your understanding and thank all applicants for their interest.