Top 4 Telecom drill bore operator /locator Jobs in Ravenna, Oh

Directional Drill Operator
VERITA TELECOMMUNICATIONS —Akron, OH
- Overtime
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- Residential
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
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- 18 years or older
- Clean driving record
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- Employee stock purchase plan
- Paid holidays
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- Full-time
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Directional Drill Operator

VERITA TELECOMMUNICATIONS -
Akron, OH

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Job Details

Full-time

Benefits

Health savings account
AD&D insurance
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Paid time off
401(k) matching
Bereavement leave
Life insurance

Qualifications

Underground cable installation projects
Post-trip inspection protocols
Vacuum excavation for utility detection
Pre-trip inspection protocols
Outdoor work experience
Trenchless technology pipelaying method
Health regulations in construction safety
Excavation
Minor mechanical vehicle repair
Telecommunications outside plant operations
Restoration
Mid-level
CDL
Construction plans
Construction drawing review
Construction utility work
Mechanical excavators
Fiber optic systems installation
Implementation of OSHA safety standards
Directional drilling
Machine minor repairs
2 years
Production documentation
Communication skills
Mechanical knowledge

Full Job Description

The Directional Drill Operator is responsible for operating horizontal directional drilling (HDD) equipment to install underground telecommunications infrastructure, including fiber optic conduit and cable. This role supports fiber network expansion projects and works closely with the drill crew to ensure safe, accurate, and efficient bore paths.

Team Verita Benefits!

Financial Wellbeing

Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and annual merit increase
401(k) with company match

Health & Wellness

Choice of various PPO, HMO, and HSA accompanied plans

Family & Lifestyle

Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave

Planning for the Unexpected

Short and long-term disability, life insurance Paid for by the company
Accidental death & dismemberment Paid for by the company
Voluntary life insurance, accident, and critical illness

Key Responsibilities

Operate directional drilling equipment (Vermeer, Ditch Witch, or similar HDD machines).
Perform underground bores for fiber optic conduit, cable placement, and utility installation.
Read and interpret construction prints, bore plans, and utility locates.
Locate and pothole existing utilities prior to drilling.
Monitor drill path using tracking systems to maintain proper depth and alignment.
Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections on drilling equipment.
Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on drill rigs and support equipment.
Coordinate with locator, laborers, and foreman to ensure safe job execution.
Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety standards.
Maintain daily production logs and job documentation.
Restore job sites and ensure proper cleanup after completion.

Qualifications

2+ years of experience operating directional drilling equipment in telecom or utility construction.
Experience installing fiber optic conduit and underground telecommunications infrastructure.
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and bore profiles.
Knowledge of utility locating processes (811/Miss Dig).
Strong understanding of underground safety practices.
Valid driver’s license required.
Valid CDL preferred; ability and willingness to obtain a CDL upon hire required.

Preferred Experience

Experience in FTTH (Fiber to the Home) builds.
Rock drilling experience.
Operating vacuum excavators.
Working in urban and residential environments.

Skills & Competencies

Strong mechanical aptitude.
Ability to work in outdoor environments in varying weather conditions.
Detail-oriented and safety-focused.
Strong teamwork and communication skills.
Ability to work long hours and overtime as needed.

Work Environment

Field-based position.
Exposure to outdoor weather conditions.
Physically demanding (lifting, bending, standing for extended periods).

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