Directional Drill Operator - Fiber & Utility Field Tech

National OnDemand, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision care

Short/Long-term disability

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401(k)

Job summary

National OnDemand, Inc. is a leading communications and utilities infrastructure provider offering turnkey on-demand services across the United States.

The role focuses on field installation of UG facilities, operating directional drills, and fiber installations, with travel to project sites as needed. The position requires working outdoors in varying weather, adherence to safety guidelines, and the ability to pass DOT and background screenings.

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating directional drills is required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Combination of technical training and/or relevant experience.
• Previous experience in a construction environment is preferred.
• Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position.
• Flexibility to work nights and weekends, if necessary.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions.
• Valid driver's license.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Must pass drug, background, Department of Transportation (DOT), and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) screenings.

Responsibilities

• Operate directional drills, mini-excavators, and other equipment to install UG plant facilities.
• Set up job equipment and reel trailers proficiently.
• Perform utility exposes (potholing) and understand the utility locate process.
• Locate other utilities as needed and maintain clearances from other utilities, ground, road, highway, sidewalk, and non-pedestrian areas.
• Transport, handle, and place conduits (rolled and stick) in a proper manner.
• Properly transport and install fiber reels.
• Install fiber cables in conduits following proper procedures.
• Set and secure pedestals and vaults accurately.
• Read and interpret network prints.
• Adhere to OSHA safety requirements to ensure safe and efficient completion of the job(s).
• Maintain regular phone communication throughout the workday.
• Follow directions provided by the crew leader.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Authorized to work in the UnitedStates

DOT/MVR screenings

Drug screening

Background screening

Ability to work nights and weekends

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical training or relevant experience

Job description

National OnDemand, Inc. is a leading communications and utilities infrastructure provider offering turnkey on-demand services across the United States.

The role focuses on field installation of UG facilities, operating directional drills, and fiber installations, with travel to project sites as needed. The position requires working outdoors in varying weather, adherence to safety guidelines, and the ability to pass DOT and background screenings.