Horizontal Directional Driller - Telecommunications at DBD Staffing Madison, FL
Job in
Tallahassee, Franklin County, Florida, 32318, USA
Listed on 2026-05-31
Listing for:
Itlearn360
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-05-31
Job specializations:
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Heavy Equipment Operator, General Labor, Telecoms Engineering, Installation Technician
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Horizontal Directional Driller – Telecommunications
Northern Florida (Jacksonville area) to Southern Alabama (Daphne region)
700,000 feet underground Telecommunication project
Our Client, specializes in underground telecommunications construction, is seeking an experienced Horizontal Directional Driller to operate on a fiber optic drilling project in Northern Florida region.
The Horizontal Driller will be responsible for running Vermeer horizontal directional drill rigs and equipment supporting a major telecommunications infrastructure project. HDD Driller will work directly with the HDD Locator for guidance during drilling operations, working with Vermeer and unground Magnetics equipment.
Qualifications- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- 2+ years of Horizontal Drill experience required
- Practical working experience with underground construction for both conduit and fiber installation
- Ability to lift & carry up to 50lbs and repeatedly bend, squat, climb, kneel, push, and pull
- Must work outdoors in all kinds of weather and at all times of the day or night
- Able to perform work near power lines and electricity
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record – Class A or B CDL highly preferred
- OSHA safety certifications and Operator qualifications a plus
- Must be willing to travel; company provides daily per-diem
- Operate horizontal directional drill for installation of underground telecommunications cable conduit including fiber optic cable
- Operate construction equipment to facilitate alignment, movement, and adjustment of machinery to conform to grade specifications
- Vehicle and equipment operations from trucks to other equipment as directed and certified
- Levels earth to final grade specifications
- Measure distance from grade stakes, lasers, and GPS coordinates
- Move and relocate RF and Fiber services
- Perform all duties according to prescribed safety procedures and use appropriate safety equipment
- Perform proper maintenance by greasing, oiling, and making minor repairs on equipment
- Read utility locates and coordinate day lighting of facilities
- Ensure all applicable permits are complete and on site
- Set up and cleanup of work site including traffic and pedestrian control
- Lead team in the field effectively and efficiently as needed and directed by supervisor
- Perform daily equipment inspections and operator preventive maintenance checks
- Competitive hourly wage based on experience
- Footage Incentive pay
- Daily per-diem
- Schedule is six (6) days a week, working ten (10) hour day (Typically off Sunday)
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