Telecom Drill Bores Operator/Locator

Kanaan Communications, LLC; Columbus (OH); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading telecommunications company as a Telecom Drill Bores Operator/Locator. You'll operate drilling equipment for underground cable installations, ensuring safe operation and effective utility location. Enjoy benefits like paid time off, a 401(k) with company match, and a sign-on bonus of $2000!

Benefits

Weekly Paychecks

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

401(k) with Company Match

Stock Purchase Plan

Education Reimbursement

Legal Insurance

Discounts on gym memberships

Pet insurance

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older with authorization to work.
• Experience with drilling equipment and utilities.
• Requires valid driver's license and willing to obtain tank endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Operate drill equipment for underground telecommunications installations.
• Determine bore path and locate utilities.
• Maintain equipment and perform site clean-up.

Skills

Experience with drilling equipment

Operation of heavy machinery

Utility location

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Valid Class A Commercial driver's license

Job description

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$2000 SIGN ON BONUS

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At Kanaan Communications, as a Telecom Drill Bores Operator, you’ll be responsible for operating drill equipment to install underground telecommunications cables and infrastructure.

• Weekly Paychecks
• Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Holidays
• 401(k) w/ Company Match
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Education Reimbursement
• Legal Insurance
• Discounts on gym memberships, pet insurance, and much more!
  
  

$2000 SIGN ON BONUS

Discover a more connected Telecom Drill Bores Operator career

At Kanaan Communications, as a Telecom Drill Bores Operator, you’ll be responsible for operating drill equipment to install underground telecommunications cables and infrastructure.

Connecting You To Great Benefits

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

What you’ll do as a Telecom Drill Bores Operator

• Determine bore path and locate utilities
• Safely operate and control all necessary equipment to complete assigned tasks
• Verify existing utilities by potholing to determine bore path
• Utilize “Mud” mixing systems
• Develop and maintain a bore schedule
• Responsible for site set-up, clean-up, and equipment maintenance
• Perform work in all weather conditions
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

What You’ll Need

• To be 18 years of age or older
• Authorization to work in the United States for this company
• High School Diploma, GED equivalent, or relevant work experience
• Valid state driver's license (cannot be Provisional), including an acceptable driving record
• Valid Class A Commercial driver's license with tanker endorsement or willingness to obtain it
• Experience with drilling equipment, including their capabilities, limitations, and drill setup and design processes
  
  

Physical Abilities & Exposures

• Routinely: work with arms above shoulder level, in confined space and remote locations, operate vehicle and heavy machinery, squeeze, fine hand motion, bend, stoop, stand, walk, climb stairs and lift greater than 55 pounds
• Occasionally: use ladder, keyboard and mouse
  
  

Starting Range $26 based on experience & a $2000 sign on bonus

Why work with us

Your career here is more than just a job — it's your pathway to opportunity. Our hands-on training, supportive environment, and responsive leadership connect you to work with purpose. Our commitment to you extends beyond professional development to a safety-first culture that ensures you can do what you do best, with peace of mind.

Building stronger solutions together

Diversity and inclusion are an essential part of our culture and success. Our company is an equal-opportunity employer — we are committed to providing a work environment where everyone can thrive, grow, and feel connected.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Production

• Industries

  Telecommunications

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