HDD Operator

HDD Operator

FiberTel is looking for an HDD Operator for our Rathdrum, ID location.

A successful HDD Operator is specially trained and has expertise in locating for horizontal / directional drill rigs and product support equipment. This individual will be primarily responsible for setup and completion of drilling variable sized underground bore holes and pulling back required conduit / pipe. As a Directional Driller / Equipment Operator, you are responsible for running a variety of directional drilling equipment; Directional Drill, (Vermeer and / or Ditch Witch) Vac. Truck, Mud Truck, Excavator, Forklift, Dump truck, Locator, along with others not listed.

Services may include placing poles, anchors and guys, aerial strand and cable, direct buried pipe, trenching cable, conventional and directional boring, placing underground conduit systems, performing inside wiring, cabling, and testing and maintenance services.

Responsibilities include :

• Locate for Horizontal Directional Drill for installation of underground conduit and fiber optic cable.
• Ensure safety of the public and other utilities underground facilities.
• Operate Horizontal Directional Drill
• Assist in potholing and remediation.
• Assist with setting hand holes and completing tie-ins.
• Ability to Read and Comprehend utility locates.
• Set equipment up including the drill, water tanks and grounding the machine.
• Ability to properly formulate and mix drilling mud for the site conditions.
• Ability to perform proper reaming and pull back methods for existing conditions.
• Oversee laborers and / or crew members work and monitor time usage.
• Ability to properly clean and maintain the equipment, check fluid levels, and conduct a visual inspection of vehicle / equipment to assure your vehicle / equipment is performing at optimum safety, perform the required pre-trip, post trip inspections and the required reports, perform needed maintenance including winterizing equipment.
• Communicates with Supervisor daily to turn in required reports (i.e. Bore log, vehicle maintenance reports, crew time logs etc.)
• Follows specifications for the job and company policies.
• Complies with safety procedures on and off the project site.
• Strive for optimal production while working safely and performing quality work.

Qualifications include :

Preferred Qualifications include :

Working Conditions include :

This is a full-time hourly position, expected to work at least 40 hours per week. This position operates in an outdoor environment and is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions including; extreme cold, rain, sleet, snow, humidity, high temperatures, and high wind. The outside work environment will vary throughout the day including changes in terrain, traffic, urban settings, and / or rural settings. This position may occasionally be exposed to natural gas and to the risk of electrical shock. Exposure to moderate to loud noise levels.

Physical Requirements include :

The employee will need to have the ability to stand for long periods of time (up to 12 hours at a time), tolerate work in extreme weather conditions, speak and hear worksite safety instructions, withstand prolonged and repeated : lifting, standing, climbing, kneeling, reaching and feeling, crouching, and crawling. The employee will need to be able to regularly lift 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Benefits Include :

Pay is based on the knowledge, skills, and abilities of the employee. Applicants are required to pass all company drug testing, submit to a background check and adhere to all OSHA, state, city / municipality safety requirements and training provided by the company as required.