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Horizontal Directional Bore Machine Operator

Full-time Employee


Texas

San Antonio, TX

Starts

As soon as you clear background check and drug test

Pay

Wages based on your experience. Top industry pay. Operating new equipment.

Qualifications

Skills/Qualifications: • Valid Driver’s License, Class A CDL preferred • Minimum 2 years experience • High school diploma, GED or equivalent • Effective English communication skills • Ability to work variable schedules/shifts and long hours • Ability to work in all types of weather and conditions Able to pass pre-employment background check and drug screening.

Job Description

Directional Bore Machine Operator - San Antonio, TX

Global Optics is one of the largest communications contractors in the state, with a wide range of services available to our customers. Global Optics is committed to the career growth and development of our employees. We need your assistance to become the number one communications provider in the region.

We have immediate need of a Horizontal Directional Bore Machine Operator

Position Overview: Operator is responsible for operating a bore machine in a safe and efficient manner while installing underground pipes along a prescribed bore path with minimal impact on the surrounding area. An Operator is responsible for extensive safety practices while taking attention to detail while properly installing underground pipe; assisting with construction clean-up as necessary and any other duties and responsibilities as assigned; willing to work outside in varying weather conditions. The position is for our San Antonio Corporate Headquarters.

Wages based on experience. You will earn top industry pay, while operating new equipment.

Job Duties:
• Select and deploy appropriate tooling specific to each project as requirements change.
• Having knowledge and experience to lead a crew in successful completion of various sizes and types of bores.
• Perform routine maintenance and upgrade work on machines and equipment, such as replacing parts, building up drill bits, and lubricating machinery.
• Operate controls to stabilize machines and to position and align drills.
• Regulate air pressure, rotary speed, and downward pressure, according to the type of soil being drilled.
• Strict adherence to company safety policy.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills / Qualifications:
Minimum of 2 years experience as the primary operator
High school diploma or GED preferred
Possess a valid driver’s license - Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A preferred.
Prior experience in CATV / Utilities underground fiber and coax construction a plus
Previous experience in standard and high-risk areas a preferred
Previous rock boring experience a plus
Knowledge of utility depths and placements
Possess general knowledge of construction practices
Knowledge of reading and understanding blueprints is required
Ability to work in various environments/settings with moderate to loud noise levels
Equipped to work in trenches, manholes and tunnels
Prepared to sit, stand, stop, crouch, reach and lift for long periods of time
Able to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted
Capable to use full-range of motion in fingers, hand and wrists to operate necessary tools/equipment

Benefits:
• Health Insurance (Blue Cross/Blue Shield PPO – We pay 50%)
• Vacation after 1 year of employment
• Employee paid Dental and Vision Insurance

Global Optics is an equal opportunity employer and drug-free workplace. Veterans are encouraged to apply.

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