Traveling Directional Drill Operator & Cable Locator

Cable Services Company, Inc.; Meadville (Crawford County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem

Hotel accommodations

Job summary

Cable Services Company, Inc. is seeking a Directional Bore Operator / Locator to join our crew. The role involves traveling to job sites across the Northeast, with extended periods away from home and occasional local assignments.

You will set up and operate directional drilling equipment for conduit installations, locate utilities, and ensure safe, efficient bore operations. The position requires reading blueprints, handling heavy equipment, and working in varied weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret engineering/construction prints, plans and specifications.
• Knowledge of utility depths and placements.
• Possess general knowledge of construction practices.
• Ability to work in various environments/settings with moderate to loud noise levels.
• Ability to work in trenches, manholes and tunnels.
• Must have attention to detail and be thorough in completing work tasks.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload directional bore equipment in a secure, damage-free manner.
• Transport tools, materials and equipment safely.
• Complete a daily inspection on bore equipment before starting work.
• Prepare drill fluid based on site conditions before boring.
• Locate/operate the directional drill with bore heads and back reamers to place cables.
• Operate horizontal directional drill equipment per company and industry standards.
• Locate cables and verify in accordance with blueprints.
• Identify utilities in the work area and bore path.
• Connect/stub-up conduit and wire; dig pits, trenches, or potholes as needed.
• Restore disturbed areas of the jobsite and complete required documentation (timesheet, vehicle log, expense report).
• Adhere to safety policies and work safely.
• Perform other duties to help the team complete projects.

Skills

Read prints & specs

Site safety awareness

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CDL Class A

Tools

Directional drill equipment

Blueprints interpretation

Job description

Cable Services Company, Inc. is seeking a Directional Bore Operator / Locator to join our crew. The role involves traveling to job sites across the Northeast, with extended periods away from home and occasional local assignments.

You will set up and operate directional drilling equipment for conduit installations, locate utilities, and ensure safe, efficient bore operations. The position requires reading blueprints, handling heavy equipment, and working in varied weather conditions.