Traveling Directional Bore Operator — Per Diem

Cable Services Company, Inc.; Greenville (PA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem

Hotel accommodations (shared room)

Job summary

Cable Services Company, Inc. in Greenville, PA, seeks a Directional Bore Operator / Locator for a traveling role across the Northeast. Expect extended travel away from home, including nights on the road; local assignments are exceptions.

Role covers setup and operation of directional bore, locating utilities, and documenting daily activities. Strong reading of prints and CDL preferred; telecom bore experience a plus.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret engineering/construction prints, plans and specifications.
• Knowledge of utility depths and placements.
• General knowledge of construction practices.
• Ability to work in various environments with moderate to loud noise.
• Ability to work in trenches, manholes and tunnels.
• Attention to detail and thoroughness in tasks.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to lift up to 80 pounds and move materials/equipment.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload directional bore equipment safely.
• Transport tools, materials and equipment securely.
• Perform daily inspection of bore equipment.
• Prepare drill fluid based on site conditions.
• Locate/operate directional drill to place cables with crew.
• Operate horizontal directional drill equipment per standards.
• Locate cables and verify with blueprints.
• Identify utilities and bore paths; connect/stub conduit and wire.
• Dig pits, trenches or potholes; restore disturbed areas.
• Complete all required company documentation (timesheet, logs).
• Adhere to safety policies and perform work safely.
• Perform other duties to help team finish projects.

Skills

Read engineering prints

Knowledge of utility depths

Construction practices

Weather endurance

Lifting 80 lbs

Education

Class A CDL

One year bore operation experience

Job description

Cable Services Company, Inc. in Greenville, PA, seeks a Directional Bore Operator / Locator for a traveling role across the Northeast. Expect extended travel away from home, including nights on the road; local assignments are exceptions.

Role covers setup and operation of directional bore, locating utilities, and documenting daily activities. Strong reading of prints and CDL preferred; telecom bore experience a plus.