Directional Drill Operator, Telecom

TAK Broadband•Prescott Valley, AZ

8d•$25 - $38

About The Position

TAK Broadband is a U.S. fiber broadband network construction contractor providing services from construction to drops and fulfillment. The company is seeking a horizontal directional drill operator to work in Arizona, traveling to surrounding areas such as Cottonwood, Prescott Valley, Phoenix, and Sedona. The operator will use drilling equipment in standard and high-risk areas where live utilities are present, and may perform conduit splicing, vault and pedestal placement, fiber and coax placement, restoration, and cleanup. The role involves operating drilling and construction equipment, completing precise underground bores and cable or pipe installations, transporting equipment and materials, and coordinating with drill locators and vacuum crews. The operator is responsible for job-site safety and restoration, equipment maintenance, bore logs, and progress reports. The position requires outdoor work across varied terrain and weather conditions, travel, and work outside business hours when needed.

Requirements

At least 1 year of directional drilling experience.
Strong communication and coordination skills with locators, support crews, and other team members.
Understanding of drill mechanics, soil types, fluid mixtures, and locator technology.
Ability to travel and work outside business hours when needed, including overtime and work in all seasons.
Excellent customer service, time management, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
High energy, motivation, and attention to detail.
Ability to multitask and shift between tasks without interruption.
Ability to work in moderate to loud noise levels.
Ability to lift and carry up to 70 pounds as needed.
Ability to work outdoors, in tight spaces, or at elevation; bend, reach, twist, and climb in all weather conditions year-round.
Ability to safely work and navigate varied terrain while managing equipment, safety equipment, and tools.
Must provide a valid government-issued photo ID for verification.
A driver's license is required if the role involves driving; Class A CDL is required.
Must pass pre-employment requirements, including MVR, background check, and drug screen.

Responsibilities

Operate drilling equipment, support vehicles, and other construction equipment to complete assigned projects.
Perform pilot bores, ream the path, and pull back cable or pipe along a predetermined underground route in collaboration with a drill locator and vacuum crews.
Complete drilling in standard and high-risk areas with live utilities.
Transport heavy equipment and materials to job sites.
Ensure utilities have been located and visually verified before work begins.
Read staking sheets to determine construction requirements and plan drilling operations.
Maintain a safe work site, including proper setup, cleanup, and surface restoration.
Maintain working knowledge of utility depths and placements.
Troubleshoot and make operational adjustments, coordinating with the construction manager and others to resolve problems.
Maintain vehicles, equipment, and tools in good repair and secure them safely each day.
Maintain daily bore logs and progress reports.
Complete projects with safety as the top priority and comply with internal safety standards and governmental orders, including 811 safe-digging requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Perform conduit splicing, vault and pedestal placement, fiber and coax placement, general restoration, and cleanup.