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WE ARE CURRENTLY LOOKING TO ADD DIRECTIONAL DRILL OPERATORS TO OUR UNDERGROUND CONSTRUCTION TEAM!

Join a great team! KC Cable Connections, LLC is a well established Mainline Communications Construction Company with an unparalleled reputation for high quality outside plant construction at competitive Rates. Founded in 2011, our daily mission- to meet our customers needs, while putting Safety and quality over everything else. Specializing in all aspects of Communications Construction KC Cable has the ability to meet these customer needs as a full turn key operation. We provide a wide variety of services to the telecommunications industry, including Project Management, Fiber Optic Placement, Splicing and Testing, Overhead and Underground Construction,Pole Placement, Coaxial Splicing and activation with Sweep Certification, Emergency Response 24-7-365 in 48 states, and Engineering/Design. Directional Drill Operator Candidates must be able to carefully and accurately follow safety and work instructions, organize and track their work via checklists and work procedures. This candidate will be responsible for operating and maintaining all necessary equipment. Candidate must be familiar with industry standards, policies, guidelines, and procedures.

Responsibilities:

Operate with directional drill in accordance with blueprints and designated plans Responsible for avoiding existing cables and digging in accordance with blueprints and designated plans Maintain company equipment per service requirements and safety guidelines Maintain a constant focus on operating in a safe working environment. Perform any other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications:

Must have 3 years Operating Directional Drill Vermeer 20×22 Series 2 and Mini Excavator A valid, unrestricted driver's license (Commercial driver's license preferred but not required) Must have reliable transportation, be dependable and punctual Due to the nature of field work, this position may require overtime, working on weekends, holidays, and the possibility of being called in during off hours We are an outside plant construction company, it is mandatory to work outside in the varying elements year round Able to lift/carry 50 lbs regularly and up to 100 lbs as needed with or without assistance Successful completion of pre-employment background checks, drug screen and motor vehicle record checks are required Must be authorized to work in the United States Please provide an up to date resume and professional references

License:

Valid Driver's License, with a clean MVR (Required) Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement (Preferred) Please provide an up to date resume and and be prepared to provide professional references.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$22.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

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