Directional Drill Operator

Wilkes-Barre, PA
Outside Plant /
Full Time /
On-site
You may not realize it but communications infrastructure is all around you; from the tower your cell phone talks to, to the point of sale systems at your grocery store and gas station, the wifi system that your TV, Roku, or gaming system connects to, and the camera, security, and alarm systems at your local bank. We’re building a state of the art fiber optic network that will connect hundreds of thousands of homes and businesses with incredible speeds that will create unimaginable opportunities to those utilizing it.


Loop Internet is a rapidly growing regional fiber optic communications company. We’re proud of our team and the positive, supportive culture we’re building. We’re scaling our team and we want you to join us!

Job Duties;

    • Operate drilling equipment to complete assigned projects.
    • Complete drilling in both standard and high-risk areas; with live utilities
    • Maintain a working knowledge of utility depths and placements.
    • Ensure vehicles, equipment and tools are properly maintained, in good repair and secured in a safe manner.
    • Ensure all utilities have been located and a visual verification complete prior to job start.
    • Conduit splicing, vault/pedestal placement and fiber/coax placement as needed.
    • Complete general restoration and cleanup
    • Complete all projects with safety as the #1 priority, ensuring compliance with internal safety standards and all governmental orders.

Requirements;

    • 1+ years of directional drilling experience required.
    • Valid driver’s license, CDL preferred, Company will assist getting CDL for right candidate.
    • Passing of all pre-employment requirements (MVR, Background Check, Drug Screen)
    • Ability to travel daily, ability to work outside of business hours when needed, overtime, holidays, evenings, weekends etc., in all seasons.
    • Excellent customer service, time management, problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
    • High level of energy, motivation and attention to detail
    • Ability to multi-task, shifting from one task to another without interruption.
    • Ability to work with a noise level from moderate to loud.
    • Ability to lift and carry up to 70lbs as needed.
    • Ability to complete work outdoors, in tight spaces or elevated by bending, reaching, twisting, climbing in all weather conditions year-round.
    • Ability to safely work and navigate various terrains, managing equipment, safety equipment and tools.
$26 - $34 an hour
Pay range is slightly higher if applicant has their CDL.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected
veteran.