Horizontal Directional Driller - Fiber Construction - Meridian / Boise, Idaho

Search Partner Group; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Weekly incentive bonuses

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Overtime pay 1.5x

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Job summary

Search Partner Group, LLC is hiring for a Horizontal Directional Driller / Construction Technician in Boise, Idaho. This full-time, year-round role offers competitive hourly pay and local work with minimal travel.

You will operate HDD equipment, install and repair fiber lines, and handle heavy construction machinery outdoors. On‑the‑job training is provided, with signing bonuses and ongoing career advancement within a nationwide telecom leader.

Qualifications

• 6+ months of hands-on horizontal directional drilling experience.
• 18+ months of telecom construction experience using heavy equipment.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet DOT requirements.
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.
• Willingness to learn and work outdoors year-round.

Responsibilities

• Operate or assist with horizontal directional drilling (HDD).
• Install, maintain, test, and repair underground and aerial fiber lines.
• Operate construction equipment including trenchers, plows, excavators, and mini‑excavators.
• Set pedestals, vaults, handholes, and associated infrastructure.
• Climb poles and ladders; operate bucket trucks as needed.
• Assist with fiber splicing, testing, and repairs.
• Accurately use dispatching, marking, and labeling tools.
• Restore job sites to original condition.

Skills

Hands-on HDD experience

Telecom construction experience

Valid driver’s license

DOT compliance

Willingness to work outdoors year‑long

Job description

Horizontal Directional Driller / Construction Technician

Locations: Boise Idaho Pay: $28–$36/hour (based on experience) Overtime: Up to 10 hours per week, paid at 1.5x Bonuses: Weekly incentive bonuses + $5,000 sign‑on bonus Bonus & Incentive Highlights $5,000 Sign‑On Bonus Weekly incentive bonuses up to $75/week Relocation assistance available Paid, industry‑leading training Overtime paid at time and a half

About the Opportunity A leading nationwide telecommunications provider is expanding its Outside Plant (OSP) Construction Team and is seeking experienced Horizontal Directional Drillers / Construction Technicians to support the continued build‑out of high‑speed fiber networks across Wisconsin. This is a full‑time, year‑round position offering competitive pay, strong benefits, paid training, and clear long‑term career advancement.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Competitive hourly pay with bonus opportunities
• Full‑time, year‑round employment
• Local work—minimal travel
• Hands‑on, outdoor work (no desk job)
• Paid training on fiber, equipment, safety, and CDL
• Long‑term career growth with a telecom leader with 50+ years in business

What You’ll Do

• Operate or assist with horizontal directional drilling (HDD)
• Install, maintain, test, and repair underground and aerial fiber lines
• Operate construction equipment including trenchers, plows, excavators, and mini‑excavators
• Set pedestals, vaults, handholes, and associated infrastructure
• Climb poles and ladders; operate bucket trucks as needed
• Assist with fiber splicing, testing, and repairs
• Accurately use dispatching, marking, and labeling tools
• Restore job sites to original condition

Training & Development

• Required safety training
• Construction equipment operation
• Fiber fundamentals (OTDR, fusion splicing, troubleshooting)
• Pole climbing and bucket truck operation
• CDL Class A training & certification for eligible employees
• Ongoing skills development and defined career advancement paths

Required Qualifications (Please read carefully)

• 6+ months of hands‑on horizontal directional drilling experience
• 18+ months of telecom construction experience using heavy equipment
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet DOT requirements
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic
• Willingness to learn and work outdoors year‑round

Nice to Have (Not Required)

• CDL Class A (or willingness to obtain)
• Fiber, telecom, or OSP construction experience
• Ability to work overtime or occasional swing shifts
• Comfort operating manual‑transmission vehicles

Physical Requirements

• Regular lifting up to 50 lbs; occasional lifting 100+ lbs
• Standing, kneeling, digging, pulling, and climbing
• Ability to work outdoors in all seasons
• Exposure to construction sites, heavy equipment, noise, and confined spaces

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Vacation & Sick Time 7
• Paid Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday
• Paid Parental Leave
• Adoption & Surrogacy Assistance
• Short‑ &Long‑Term Disability
• Employee Assistance & Wellness Programs
• Discounts on company services
• Education Assistance
• Paid Volunteer Time
• Employee Resource Groups