HIRING: HDD Operator – Underground Fiber Construction
Location: Kawkawlin, MI (Serving Bay County & Regional Projects)
Build the Future of Michigan’s Infrastructure. Roese Contracting is expanding our underground fiber optics division. We are looking for a skilled HDD (Horizontal Directional Drill) Operator who takes pride in precision, speed, and safety. If you have experience navigating the "spaghetti" of existing utilities to lay the backbone of high-speed internet, we want you on our Kawkawlin crew.
What the Job Entails:
- Fiber Bore Operations: Operating HDD rigs (Vermeer/Ditch Witch) specifically for fiber conduit installation.
- Precision Tracking: Working closely with locators to maintain depth and path accuracy in varied soil conditions.
- Equipment Care: Daily maintenance of the drill, mixing system, and support equipment.
- Utility Safety: Strict adherence to "Call Before You Dig" requirements and safe digging practices.
The Ideal Candidate:
- Experience: 2–5 years of HDD operation (Fiber experience is a major plus).
- Driving Record: Clean MVR (Must be insurable).
- License: Class A CDL is strongly preferred (higher starting pay for CDL holders).
- Travel: Based in Kawkawlin, but must be open to occasional regional travel for fiber build-outs.
- Attitude: A "get-it-done" mindset and the ability to lead a small crew when necessary.
Why Join Our Fiber Crew?
- Competitive Pay: Based on experience.
- Modern Fleet: We invest in reliable rigs and locating electronics.
- Local Roots: Be part of a Kawkawlin-based team that knows the area.
- Growth: Fiber is booming—get in with a stable company that has a full pipeline of work.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
- CDL A (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Traverse City, MI 49684 (Required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person
