Directional Drill Operator

Job overview

The Directional Drill Operator role is onsite in Columbus, OH, with travel potential of 25%–50% and overnight assignments when needed. Pay is $25–$30 per hour. Gudenkauf, a Congruex company, supports telecommunications infrastructure projects that connect communities. The role safely operates directional drilling equipment and locating systems to install underground telecommunications infrastructure. It contributes to reliable project delivery by identifying utilities, following safe drilling paths, maintaining equipment, and coordinating with construction crews.

What you'll do

• Operate directional drilling equipment and locating systems
• inspect, maintain, set up, and break down equipment
• read project plans and identify underground utilities
• develop safe drilling paths
• assist with conduit installation, potholing, concrete work, asphalt restoration, and shoring
• communicate with supervisors
• follow company safety policies, OSHA standards, and quality requirements
• travel to project sites and support overnight assignments when needed.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

directional drill operator

columbus oh

gudenkauf

congruex

directional drilling

telecommunications infrastructure

underground utilities

construction equipment

osha safety

travel 25%–50%

$25–$30 per hour

overnight assignments

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental and vision benefits with 70% paid by the company, 401(k) match up to 4% with immediate vesting, paid holidays, disability coverage, parental leave, basic life insurance, safety boot program, safety points program, and wellness benefits.

Why this role

Travel potential is 25%–50%; benefits eligibility begins on the first day of employment.

About the employer

Gudenkauf, a Congruex company is hiring for this role. Industry: All Other Specialty Trade Contractors. Sector: 23.