CDL HDD Operator

About Us

A fully owned subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE: PWR), Fiber Tel, LLC. is locally grown in Utah’s Art City and has rapidly expanded over the Northwest and Western regions. As an advocate for economic growth in the state of Utah, Idaho, Washington, Oregon, Nevada, and California we understand the business of conveying information. With all that is happening in our state and nationwide, we are seeing different ways of life, work, and school.

The increase in work from home and online school has put a strain on internet providers and their bandwidth. Internet Providers are relying heavily on us to continue the construction and installation of fiber optics to ensure that internet service goes uninterrupted for the people of our communities. We are a utility construction company, with a specialization in the installation of fiber optics.

We offer a full turnkey experience for our clients. For our employees, we offer revealing benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid vacation, paid holidays, and 401k (with company match). We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and participate in E-Verify.

Fiber Tel is looking for an HDD Operator for our Rathdrum, . A Successful HDD Operator is specially trained and has expertise in locating for horizontal/directional drill rigs and product support equipment. This individual will be primarily responsible for setup and completion of drilling variable sized underground bore holes and pulling back required pipe. As a Directional Driller/Equipment Operator, you are responsible for running a variety of directional drilling equipment:
Directional Drill (Vermeer and/or Ditch Witch), Vac. Truck, Mud Truck, Excavator, Forklift, Dump truck, Locator, along with others not listed. Pay: $24‑35/hr, DOE.

• All phases of telecommunication construction including loading, driving, delivery, digging, removal and placement of various types, sizes, and weights of construction materials and equipment.
• Locate for Horizontal Directional Drill for installation of underground pipe.
• Ensure safety of the public and other utilities underground facilities.
• Operate Horizontal Directional Drill.
• Assist in potholing and remediation.
• Assist with setting hand holes and completing tie‑ins.
• Read and comprehend utility locates.
• Set equipment up including the drill, water tanks and grounding the machine.
• Formulate and mix drilling mud for the site conditions.
• Perform proper reaming and pull back methods for existing conditions.
• Oversee laborers and/or crew members’ work and monitor time usage.
• Clean and maintain equipment: check fluid levels, conduct visual inspection, perform pre‑trip and post‑trip inspections, and perform needed maintenance including winterizing.
• Communicate with Supervisor daily to turn in required reports (Bore log, vehicle maintenance reports, crew time logs).
• Follow specifications for the job and company policies.
• Comply with safety procedures on and off the project site.
• Strive for optimal production while working safely and performing quality work.

• Must be able to pass a pre‑employment drug screen and background check.
• Possess a valid driver’s license or be eligible and willing to obtain the required license for the position.
• A good driving record is required.
• Basic knowledge of and ability to operate various types of utility trucks and equipment safely.
• Basic knowledge of and ability to hand tools and equipment safely.
• Class A Commercial Driver’s License is a plus (Higher wage scales apply to CDL holders).
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers, employees, etc.
• Willing and able to work in all weather conditions.
• Able to lift/carry 50 lbs regularly and up to 100 lbs as needed with or without assistance.

• Previous construction experience, preferably in the telecommunication industry.
• Knowledge of established Horizontal/Directional Drill Locator/Operator procedures and techniques.
• Ability to perform Horizontal/Directional Drill Locator/Operator procedures and duties.
• Ability to travel.

This is a full‑time hourly position, expected to work at least 40 hours per week. The position…