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Directional Drill Operator / Locator

Smithfield, Virginia

Onsite

Direct Hire

$25k - $28k

Directional Drill Operator / Locator

Location: 20051 Spring Lake Dr, Smithfield, VA 23430

Proficient in BOTH operating and locating HDD equipment, and also holds & maintains a class A CDL license w/ a tanker endorsement. Also capable of performing manual labor tasks to support our work (cable pulling, testholing, restoration, etc.)

Equipment models: JT-10, JT-20, JT-24

Description
Responsibilities
  • Will be responsible for operating directional bore equipment for underground utility construction
  • Will be assisting foreman and/or supervisors with all duties
  • Will be responsible for operating trenchers, plows, backhoes, and bobcats
  • Will be required to operate tampers, jackhammers, drills, and saws when needed
  • Will also work in the field with the crews completing work
Requirements & Qualifications
  • Candidates that hold a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL-A) highly preferred
  • Meet all DOT requirements (physical and drug testing)
  • Must have previous knowledge and experience of underground utility installations
  • Ideal candidates will have the ability to read and interpret blueprints and follow job specifications and orders
  • Ability to communicate with Teammates
  • Willingness to work and follow directions
  • Willingness to travel a plus
  • Bilingual English / Spanish is a plus

Benefits
  • Health Insurance
  • Wellness Program
  • Life Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Program
  • Profit Sharing
  • Paid Leave Benefits
  • Teammate Assistance Program

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability.

As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

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What you didn’t know about us:

  • Competitive salary
  • Health, Dental and Vision Benefits
  • Short/Long Term Disability and Critical Care/Illness Protection
  • Life Insurance and Retirement Plans
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • With this position, you will get the opportunity to work with our game changing clients and further advance your already valuable experience in the telecom industry!

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