Drill Operator II

Circet USA; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Drill Operator II to join their dynamic team. This role involves operating directional drills and ensuring safety compliance while leading and training crew members. With nearly 50 years of experience in network services, this company offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in a supportive environment. If you have a passion for innovation and thrive in a hands-on role, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team that values your skills and contributes to the evolving infrastructure needs of clients across North America.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Digital Health & Wellness Support

Critical Illness, Accident, & Hospital Insurance

Short-term & Long-term disability

Group term & Voluntary life insurance

Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts

Paid Time Off

401K

Company Discount Website

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of experience operating Directional Boring rigs.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment and understand utility locates.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate Directional Boring rigs and assist in training crew members.
• Ensure locates are correct and maintain safety compliance.

Skills

Directional Boring

Heavy Equipment Operation

Time Management

Problem Solving

Organizational Skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Directional Boring Rigs

Mini Excavators

Backhoes

Job description

Company Overview

Circet USA is the leading provider of Network Services in North America, and we're looking for talented professionals to join our team. We specialize in engineering and construction services delivering comprehensive solutions across Inside Plant, Outside Plant, and Wireless networks to meet the evolving infrastructure needs of our customers.

With nearly 50 years of industry experience, we work with major telecom service providers, MSOs, cloud service providers, and utilities. At Circet USA, you'll have the opportunity to make an impact by helping to create customized solutions that address our clients' unique challenges. If you’re passionate about innovation and thrive in a dynamic environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Circet USA’s benefits package includes the following:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Digital Health & Wellness Support
• Critical Illness, Accident, & Hospital Insurance
• Short-term & Long-term disability
• Group term & Voluntary life insurance
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Paid Time Off & 401K
• Company Discount Website

Job Summary and Responsibilities

Summary: A Drill Operator II is responsible for operating directional drills safely and accurately. They will also assist in training and leading other crew members as needed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned:

• Ensure locates are correct
• Safely operate Directional Boring rigs
• Ensure safe operation of any support equipment
• Constantly communicate with crew members
• Ensure potholes are dug prior to crossing utilities
• Maintain accuracy in all reporting functions
• Assist with JSA’s and constantly be on the lookout for changing conditions
• Assist Laborers with hand digging and pot holing when needed
• Perform other related duties as assigned

SAFETY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Adhere to, promote, and accept personal responsibility for compliance to:
• Federal and Local Occupational Safety and Health Regulations
• Industry Consensus Standards
• Circet USA Injury and Illness Prevention Program Manual
• Participate in job site safety/hazard analysis
• Wear common protective safety equipment, such as safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, hard hats and high visible vest when working on-site

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, and/or QUALIFICATIONS

• 5-8 years of experience operating Directional Boring rigs and walk over locating
• Ability to operate or learn all heavy equipment as needed: boring rigs, mini excavators, backhoes, trenches etc.
• Class A CDL is preferred but required
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds on occasion and up to 50 pounds on a regular basis
• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency
• A high level of time management, organizational skills, problem solving, solution oriented, accountability, and prioritization skills
• Ability to understand utility locates
• Ability to review and understand construction drawings and specifications
• Ability to detect wearing parts and maintenance
• Determine proper down hole tooling needed (backreaming)
• Ability to give direction, adapt to change, establish relationships, and assume responsibility for work outcomes
• Knowledge of public safety and security issues and regulations
• Exhibit personal power and leadership
• Exhibit self-awareness
• Exhibit a tendency for continuing education and self-improvement
• Exhibit enthusiasm and determination
• Exhibit industry awareness
• Exhibit exceptional organizational skills
• Exhibit the ability to live the Circet USA Values

Circet USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity