CDL Bore Operator

Reports To

Outside Plant Project Manager

Travel Potential: 10-25%

Compensation: $21.54 - $26.92

Congruex provides digital infrastructure solutions through engineering and construction services that connect communities nationwide. This includes wireline, wireless, data centers, and utility services from initial concept to market go-live.

With employees across the United States and India, the work we do enables essential infrastructure for the future of communications.

As the Bore Operator I, II, you will ultimately be responsible for operating directional drilling equipment, completing underground boring operations, and supporting outside plant construction projects. You will set up drilling equipment, complete drilling paths, and assist with conduit installation, hand holes, tie-ins, and other underground utility construction activities. As the Bore Operator I, II, you will make meaningful contributions to the company’s success through safe operations, quality workmanship, and efficient project completion.

• Set up equipment including the drill, water tanks, and grounding of the machine.
• Operate drilling equipment and various other construction equipment.
• Confirm with locator or lead the bore path to drill.
• Drill the predetermined path to the exit point.
• Continue communication with the locator to confirm the location of the drill head.
• Assist in potholing and remediation.
• Assist with setting hand holes and completing tie-ins.
• Assist with the installation of proper pulling gear and hook-up product.
• Conduct post-job quality checks.
• All responsibilities will be performed in standard and high-risk areas.
• If appropriately licensed and authorized, drive or operate construction equipment used on the jobsite to complete daily work assignments.
• Maintain, clean, and inspect company vehicles and equipment assigned for use to ensure they are performing at optimum safety.
• Perform required pre-and post-trip inspections of vehicles and equipment and complete required paperwork.
• Comply with safety procedures while driving and at the job site.
• Perform other general duties, as directed.
• Additional responsibilities within functional scope based on business needs.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL Class
  
  A) with a satisfactory driving record.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

• Minimum 1 year of directional drilling experience.
• Experience completing tie-ins, pulling gear, and hooking up products.
• Experience working with underground utilities and telecommunications construction practices.

• Ability to comply with the “Operator’s Manual” for equipment and vehicles used.
• Ability to understand and follow all quality and safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to work and communicate as part of a team with other craft and labor workers.
• Ability to manage time effectively.
• Ability to lift at minimum 50 lbs.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work.
• Ability to work in adverse weather conditions including heat, cold, snow, ice, rain, etc.
• Ability to perform physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs, moving your whole body, reaching, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
• Ability to work long hours, if needed.
• Ability to travel for remote business requirements within Ohio, West Virginia, Virginia, Kentucky, Pennsylvania, and Indiana.
• Ability to drill predetermined paths to exit points.
• Ability to pothole.
• Ability to assist with hand holes.
• Ability to conduct post-job quality checks.
• Strong knowledge of underground utilities.
• Knowledge of the telecommunications industry and construction practices.

• OSHA 10 certification.
• OSHA 30 certification.

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Stand, walk, bend, stoop, climb, and handle materials for extended periods.
• Work performed outdoors, in all weather conditions, and in standard and high-risk construction areas.

• Medical, Dental & Vision benefits with 70% paid by the…