Directional Drill Operator I - Underground Construction

Directional Drill Operator I - Underground Construction

Greenlight Networks is an ultra-high-speed, broadband service provider, offering residential and small business customers Internet speeds up to 8 Gigabits per second. Greenlight Networks was founded in 2011 and builds, owns, and operates a fiber-optic network that provides extremely high-speed internet connections. The company's high-speed internet network is currently available to more than 170,000+ homes in 27 municipalities in the Rochester, Buffalo, Binghamton, Albany, and Hudson Valley areas and rapidly expanding throughout the Northeast. Our mission is to connect our communities by delivering the best internet experience and providing our customers the freedom to work, play, and live without limits!

Category : Construction

Full-Time / Part-Time : Full-Time

Location : Scranton

Job Summary : We are seeking a skilled and experienced Directional Drill Operator to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for operating directional drilling equipment to install underground infrastructure while ensuring compliance with safety and company standards.

Essential Functions :

Operate directional drilling equipment to install conduit, vaults, and other underground infrastructure.

Conduct an inspection of drilling equipment daily to ensure proper performance and safety.

Operate a hydro-vac for potholing and site cleanup.

Verify all nearby utilities are exposed prior to drilling.

Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean and organized work area.

Be able to properly setup drilling equipment for successful and efficient bore shots based on environment and ground conditions.

Be able to read and understand project prints.

Safely operate a pick-up truck or bigger while towing a trailer.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required :

Strong understanding of directional drilling techniques and utility installation.

Ability to read and interpret project prints.

Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Ability to perform physical labor and lift heavy objects.

Good communications skills and the ability to work as part of a team.

Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic.

Strong ability to perform basic maintenance on directional drills.

Other Requirements :

High school diploma or equivalent.

2-5 years of proven experience operating a directional drill / locating.

2-5 years of directional drill locating experience - preferably DCI F series locators.

Ability to travel out of state when required.

Ability to be on call.

Compensation : Our job titles may span more than one career level. The pay range for this position $23.00 - $28.00 based on experience. The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as : training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at www.greenlightnetworks.com / careers / .

Expectations :

Ability to work overtime on a regular basis

Travel : within the Greenlight footprint as needed

Work environment : Outside - hot, cold, rain, snow

Physical demands : Ability to stand for long periods of time, able to scoop, bend, and lift up to 75lbs.

This description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

EOE Statement Greenlight Networks is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind : Greenlight Networks is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Greenlight Networks are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, domestic violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by the laws or regulations in the locations we operate. Greenlight Networks will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Greenlight Networks encourages applicants of all ages.

This position is currently accepting applications.