Horizontal Directional Drill Operator

Job overview

The Horizontal Directional Drill Operator role is onsite and field-based in Saint Petersburg, FL, with travel within assigned Florida project areas. Compensation is $33 per hour. The operator supports underground fiber infrastructure projects for Sedulous Broadband LLC. The operator safely drills and installs conduit and microduct for fiber-optic infrastructure, coordinating with locators and ground crews to complete accurate bores. The role protects existing utilities and property while meeting project specifications and safety requirements.

What you'll do

• Operate horizontal directional drilling equipment
• perform pilot bores, reaming, and product pullback
• install conduit and microduct
• coordinate bore depth and alignment with the locator
• read construction prints and utility maps
• identify bore paths and obstacles
• monitor drilling conditions
• inspect equipment
• coordinate with project personnel
• follow safety requirements
• complete production documentation.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

horizontal directional drill operator

saint petersburg fl

underway fiberaxis

full-time

fiber construction

underground utilities

hdd equipment

conduit installation

microduct

construction prints

$33 per hour

florida project travel

occasional saturdays

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Company housing, company gas card, company car, paid time off, and training and development.

Why this role

The posting describes full-time field work, early mornings, extended workdays when necessary, occasional Saturdays, and travel within assigned Florida project areas.

About the employer

UNDERWAY FIBERAXIS LLC is hiring for this role. Industry: Power and Communication Line and Related Structures Construction. Sector: 23.