Fiber Directional Drill Operator - Construction Specialist

Surf Internet; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Surf Internet in Indiana is seeking a Drill Operator for Fiber Construction to join our field team. You will operate and maintain the directional drill on small horizontal projects, locate utilities, and prepare sites to ensure safe workflows.

You will also train teammates, assist with drilling fluid mixing, HDPE pipe fusion, and clean-up tasks, while transporting materials and supporting site readiness as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience operating a directional drill required.
• Experience installing conduit and fiber optic cables preferred.
• Education in Utilities Construction preferred.
• Must have a valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to travel, less than 5 days per month.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs regularly.

Responsibilities

• Operate the directional drill.
• Train others on the team to operate the directional drill.
• Work on small horizontal directional drilling projects.
• Prepare a worksite to locate utilities and eliminate hazards.
• Load, unload and transport construction materials and tools.
• Hand dig to clear debris for an operator.
• Check utilities and clearances.
• Fuse and prepare HDPE pipe, assemble fittings and parts to specifications.
• Assist with drilling fluid mixing and clean-up.
• Assist with job site clean-up.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Directional drill operation

Equipment operation

Team training

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Utilities construction education preferred

Tools

HDPE pipe handling

Job description

Surf Internet in Indiana is seeking a Drill Operator for Fiber Construction to join our field team. You will operate and maintain the directional drill on small horizontal projects, locate utilities, and prepare sites to ensure safe workflows.

You will also train teammates, assist with drilling fluid mixing, HDPE pipe fusion, and clean-up tasks, while transporting materials and supporting site readiness as needed.