Equipment Operator - Telecom Drill Bores

Prince Telecom; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in the telecommunications industry as an Operator Telecom Drill Bores. You will operate essential drilling equipment, ensuring safety and efficiency on job sites while enjoying competitive pay and comprehensive benefits. This role offers a pathway to professional growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Weekly Paychecks

Paid Time Off

Insurance (medical, dental, vision)

401(k) with Company Match

Education Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Be 18 years of age or older.
• Authorization to work in the United States.
• Experience with drilling equipment preferred.
• Valid Driver's License or Class A CDL with tanker endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate drill equipment including Directional Drill and Backhoe.
• Develop and maintain a bore schedule.
• Set up safety perimeters using signage and cones.

Skills

Experience with drilling equipment

Ability to maintain a safe work environment

Proficiency in using locators

Ability to read work orders

Job description

Discover a more connected Operator Telecom Drill Bores career

At Star Construction, as a Operator Telecom Drill Bores, you’ll operate a variety of equipment used in installation, repair, and maintenance activities associated with underground construction or utilities, in a safe and effective manner.

Star Construction, LLC provides comprehensive construction services for the telecommunications industry, covering the ACC, Big Ten, and SCC states. Passing over 265,000 homes per year, we manage the entire infrastructure lifecycle, from site preparation and buildout to ongoing maintenance. This complete suite of services allows our clients to see swift and successful project completion, even in the most challenging scenarios.

Connecting you to great benefits

• Weekly Paychecks
• Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Holidays
• Insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, disability, life insurance)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Education Reimbursement
• Legal Insurance
• Discounts on gym memberships, pet insurance, and more

What you’ll do as an Operator Telecom Drill Bores

• Safely operate drill equipment on the jobsite, including but not limited to: Directional Drill, Backhoe / Excavator, Skid Steer, Tractor Trailer (for moving equipment and hauling water), Vacuum Truck/Trailer
• Restore and landscape disturbed areas of the jobsite
• Develop and maintain a bore schedule
• Handle site setup and cleanup
• Load and unload tools, materials, and equipment on trucks
• Participate in new site Job Safety Analysis (JSA) prior to construction
• Set up safety perimeters using signage, cones, barriers, and flag traffic when necessary

What you’ll need

• Be 18 years of age or older
• Authorization to work in the United States
• Ability to maintain a safe work environment
• Experience with drilling equipment and understanding their capabilities and limitations
• Proficiency in using locators to identify utilities safely
• Experience with drill setup and design processes (preferred)
• Ability to read and understand work orders, safety rules, and operating instructions
• Previous construction or utility construction experience (preferred)
• Remote work and long driving/sitting may be required

Additional qualifications (if applicable)

• Ability to work in all weather conditions
• Willingness to work overtime, after hours, weekends, or on-call for emergencies
• Valid Driver's License or Class A Commercial Driver's License with tanker endorsement
• Acceptable MVR record

Physical abilities & exposures

• Routinely: Work alone in remote locations, in confined spaces, operate vehicles and heavy machinery, perform fine hand motions, bend, stoop, stand, walk, climb stairs, lift over 55 pounds, with normal vision and focus adjustments.
• Occasionally: Exposure to chemicals and moving machinery parts.

Salary Range

$22.00 - $26.00/hr (based on experience)

Why work with us

Your career here is more than just a job — it's a pathway to opportunity. Our hands-on training, supportive environment, and responsive leadership connect you to work with purpose. We prioritize safety and professional growth, making Star Construction a great place to work.

Since over half a century, Star Construction has been a key service partner to major telecommunications providers, helping organizations strengthen community ties through fiber optics, broadband, and more. Based in the Southeast’s technology corridor, we offer regional opportunities with a team of over 900 industry veterans, supported by generous benefits and ongoing training. We focus on staff safety and well-being, earning a reputation as one of the industry’s best workplaces.

To learn more about our company and benefits, please visit our website: Star Construction Careers

Building stronger solutions together

Diversity and inclusion are core to our culture and success. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a work environment where everyone can thrive, grow, and feel connected. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.