Top 6 drill operator Jobs in wheaton, il

Experienced HDD Operator- Fiber & Utility Construction
ACT (American Cable and Telephone) —Wheaton, IL
- $30 an hour
- Overtime
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- Residential
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Drill Operator
Utilities One —Chicago, IL
- $300 - $400 a day
- Contract
- Construction site
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Mid-level
- Opportunities for advancement
Traveling Equipment Operator - Midwest Region
DGI - Menard INC —Chicago, IL
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- On-the-job training
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Operator I
FiOptix —Romeoville, IL
- $20 - $24 an hour
- Full-time
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- CDL
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Operator III
FiOptix —Romeoville, IL
- $25 - $30 an hour
- Full-time
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- CDL
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Drill Operator
EnterSource —Columbus, OH
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required. On-the-job training and certification opportunities. Strong communication and teamwork skills.
$24 - $35 an hour
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Directional Boring Operator/Locator
Precision Pipeline Services —Lancaster, OH
Precision Pipeline is hiring self motivated, production driven individuals who can operate and locate in the directional boring field.
$25 - $40 an hour
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Experienced HDD Operator- Fiber & Utility Construction

ACT (American Cable and Telephone) -
Wheaton, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
$30 an hour

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Safe work practices
Driver's License
Construction drawing review
Directional drilling
Machine drilling
Crew management
Underground utility excavation

Full Job Description

American Cable & Telephone (ACT)

Northern Illinois – West & North Suburbs

$30- per hour | Full-Time W2 + Benefits

Join a Quality-Driven Fiber & Utility Contractor

American Cable & Telephone (ACT) is seeking an experienced HDD Operator for fiber optic and coax replacement projects throughout Northern Illinois.

his is steady, local work — primarily in the west and north suburbs of Chicago.

If you can confidently run a drill and lead your crew without being micromanaged, we want to talk.

What You’ll Be Doing

Operating Vermeer HDD equipment for fiber conduit installs and coax replacements
Completing residential and commercial bores
Reading prints and understanding utility clearances
Working closely with locator and ground crew
Managing bore path accuracy and jobsite safety
Performing daily equipment inspections and light maintenance
Delivering clean, professional work in municipal environments

What We’re Looking For

3+ years experience operating HDD equipment
Proven experience with fiber or telecom projects
Ability to read construction drawings and utility locates
Strong understanding of safe digging practices
Reliable, accountable, and able to lead a small crew
CDL preferred but not required

We’re not looking for someone who has just “been around drilling.”

We’re looking for someone who can run the machine and take pride in their work.

What We Offer

$30–per hour (based on experience)
Full-time W2 position
Health benefits
Overtime opportunities
Year-round work
Modern, well-maintained Vermeer equipment

Why ACT?

We take pride in delivering high-quality work for our clients and municipalities. Our crews operate with professionalism, accountability, and attention to detail.

We maintain a strong family-oriented culture — where hard work is recognized, good operators are respected, and people are treated fairly.

If you take pride in clean, accurate bores and want to work with a company that values quality and loyalty, apply today.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

Have you been an operator on a directional drill crew?

Have worked with any of these brands: Vermeer, Ditchwitch, Universal?

Are you looking for a full time job that is not seasonal?

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: Multiple locations

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Experienced HDD Operator- Fiber & Utility Construction

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Operator III

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