Underground Fiber HDD Operator & Locator

AllSkills Recruiting; City of Middletown (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

AllSkills Recruiting seeks experienced underground construction professionals to operate directional drilling and locating equipment for fiber infrastructure projects in NY and PA. This role requires strict safety practices and the ability to work with a team around active utilities.

Operators and foremen are welcome, with starting pay around $38–$40 per hour depending on role; travel between project sites may be necessary and overtime may apply.

Qualifications

• Operators must hold a current CDL Class A.
• Underground utility construction experience is required.
• Hands-on HDD experience for operators/locators is needed.
• Ability to read and understand construction prints and utility markings.
• Strong commitment to jobsite safety and outdoor work.
• Willingness to travel between project locations.

Responsibilities

• Operate HDD equipment (Vermeer, Ditch Witch) and perform pilot bores, reaming, and conduit pulls.
• Coordinate bore depth, direction and clearance with locator.
• Maintain bore logs and field documentation; inspect and maintain equipment.
• Work around utilities safely and follow project specifications.
• Assist potholing/daylighting existing utilities when required.

Skills

CDL Class A

HDD experience

Reading construction prints

Safety awareness

Tools

Vermeer

Ditch Witch

HDD locating equipment

sondes and beacons

Job description

AllSkills Recruiting seeks experienced underground construction professionals to operate directional drilling and locating equipment for fiber infrastructure projects in NY and PA. This role requires strict safety practices and the ability to work with a team around active utilities.

Operators and foremen are welcome, with starting pay around $38–$40 per hour depending on role; travel between project sites may be necessary and overtime may apply.