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Congruex

Directional Drill Operator

Columbus, OH · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

As the Directional Drill Operator, your customers are Congruex construction teams and ... core values of Be Safe, Be Accountable, Be Respectful, and Earn Trust . These values guide how we ...

Congruex

Directional Drill Foreman

Columbus, OH · On-site

$30 - $45/hr

... operating drilling equipment, and supporting underground utility construction projects while ... core values of Be Safe, Be Accountable, Be Respectful, and Earn Trust . These values guide how we ...

Trilon Group

Senior Driller

Columbus, OH · On-site

$35 - $40/hr

... rotary, and core drilling investigations, and a variety of subsurface sampling techniques ... operating GeoProbe 7822DT equipment is preferred. * Experience installing monitoring wells ...

Trilon

Senior Driller

Columbus, OH · On-site

$35 - $40/hr

... rotary, and core drilling investigations, and a variety of subsurface sampling techniques ... operating GeoProbe 7822DT equipment is preferred. * Experience installing monitoring wells ...

Trilon

Senior Driller

Columbus, OH

$35 - $40/hr

... rotary, and core drilling investigations, and a variety of subsurface sampling techniques ... operating GeoProbe 7822DT equipment is preferred. * Experience installing monitoring wells ...

Mancan

Utility Operator

Mount Vernon, OH

$16/hr

Mancan is seeking a Utility Operator/General Laborer for a local company in Mansfield, OH ... Core Responsibilites: -Operate various types of Machines such as stamping presses, and drill ...

tech

2nd Shift- Machine Operator Fabrication

Johnstown, OH · On-site

$19.30 - $25/hr

We take pride in acknowledging the people behind the product as they uphold TRC's Core Values of H ... Inspect quality of repair (patch). v Inspect repairs and lay on drill cloth. * Occasionally pull ...

Wieland

CNC Machinist

Delaware, OH · On-site

$27.75/hr

With our cultural vision, we place our core values at the heart of everything we do: safety ... The CNC Machinist will be responsible for setting up and operating CNC machining centers to ...

Wieland

CNC Machinist

Delaware, OH · On-site

$27.75/hr

With our cultural vision, we place our core values at the heart of everything we do: safety ... The CNC Machinist will be responsible for setting up and operating CNC machining centers to ...

Wieland

CNC Machinist

Delaware, OH

$27.75 - $34.91/hr

With our cultural vision, we place our core values at the heart of everything we do: safety ... The CNC Machinist will be responsible for setting up and operating CNC machining centers to ...

Wieland

CNC Machinist

Delaware, OH · On-site

$27.75/hr

With our cultural vision, we place our core values at the heart of everything we do: safety ... The CNC Machinist will be responsible for setting up and operating CNC machining centers to ...

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Directional Drill Operator

Congruex

Columbus, OH • On-site

$25 - $30/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 16 days ago

Congruex rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Description
Reports To: Construction Manager
Travel Potential: 25-50%
Compensation: $25.00-$30.00 Hourly
Company Profile
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.
Build a Career. Build What Matters.
Job Summary
As the Directional Drill Operator, you will ultimately be responsible for safely operating directional drilling equipment, locating underground utilities, and supporting construction activities for telecommunications infrastructure projects. You will operate and maintain drilling equipment while collaborating with construction crews to deliver projects safely, efficiently, and in compliance with company and regulatory standards. As the Directional Drill Operator, your customers are Congruex construction teams and telecommunications clients, and you will contribute to the company's success through safe operations, quality workmanship, and reliable project execution.
Key Responsibilities (Including, but not limited to)
  • Safely operate directional drilling equipment and locating systems to install underground telecommunications infrastructure.
  • Perform equipment inspections, maintenance, setup, breakdown, and assist with loading, unloading, and transportation of equipment.
  • Read project plans, identify underground utilities, develop safe drilling paths, and prevent utility strikes while working around active utilities.
  • Assist with related construction activities including conduit installation, potholing, concrete work, asphalt restoration, and shoring as required.
  • Maintain accurate communication with supervisors while adhering to all company safety policies, OSHA standards, and quality requirements.
  • Travel to project sites as required and support overnight assignments when necessary.
  • Additional responsibilities within functional scope based on business needs.

Required Qualifications
Education, Licensing, and Certifications
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Valid unrestricted driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Experience
  • Minimum one (1) year of experience operating directional drilling equipment and locating underground utilities.
  • Experience operating heavy equipment within telecommunications, utility, or underground construction environments.

Skills and Abilities
  • Ability to safely operate drilling equipment and work around active underground utilities.
  • Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, and utility locates.
  • Knowledge of OSHA safety standards, basic computer skills, and shoring methods.
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle record (MVR) review.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with tanker endorsement or willingness to obtain.
  • DOT Medical Card or willingness to obtain.
  • Experience operating Ditch Witch and Vermeer directional drilling equipment.

Physical Requirements
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, squat, climb, push, pull, and twist for extended periods.
  • Work performed outdoors in all weather conditions around heavy equipment and active utilities while wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE).
  • Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle record (MVR) review.

Congruex Culture & Benefits
Congruex's culture of safety and performance is built on the 4X Factor core values of Be Safe, Be Accountable, Be Respectful, and Earn Trust. These values guide how we work with one another and how we interact with our customers.
We are committed to building a workplace where employees feel supported and recognized. We invest in employees through a comprehensive approach, including the benefits below with eligibility on Day 1 of employment:
  • Medical, Dental & Vision benefits with 70% paid by the company.
  • 401(k) with company match up to 4% and immediate vesting.
  • Flexible PTO for exempt roles and competitive PTO accrual for non-exempt roles.
  • 10 company-paid holidays (9 standard and 1 floating).
  • Company-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage.
  • Company-paid Maternity & Parental Leave options.
  • Company-paid Basic Life Insurance (with employee-paid voluntary options).
  • Annual Safety Boot Program of up to $150 per eligible field employee per year.
  • Safety Points Program for eligible field employees redeemable in the company store.
  • Free wellness benefits including counseling, financial planning, and more.

Additional Employment Information
We will determine salary based on skills and experience in relation to the function of the role, as well as equity to employees in similar roles. Some benefits have eligibility criteria. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at-will" employment relationship. Conditions to hiring may include but are not necessarily limited to background checks and drug testing.

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