Penta is a growing telecommunications contractor, providing complete turn-key engineering, and project management services for any network communications construction project.  We are now hiring a Directional Drill Operator in the Point of Rocks Maryland area to help build the future of fiber networks! This role is perfect for skilled operators with a CDL license who are ready to take on critical infrastructure projects.

The primary responsibility for this position consists of installing fiber duct, conduit, and cable through the use of directional drilling, trenching and/or pulling equipment. Ancillary responsibilities include job-site safety, utility location, construction coordination, as well as equipment mobilization and maintenance.

• Operate directional drills, locators, and heavy equipment
• Drive, transport and set up drilling equipment at job sites
• Conduct pre-job site surveys and verify utility locations
• Perform routine labor(potholing, conduit/duct/cable placement), and equipment setup
• Ensure that all located utilities in the construction path have been potholed
• Perform routine maintenance on trucks and boring machines
• Conduct vehicle/equipment inspections and required paperwork
• Communicate with Supervisor daily and assist coworkers as needed
• Maintain clean and safe work sites

Skills & Knowledge:

• Horizontal drill operation & locating equipment

• Duct, cable, and vault construction

• Heavy equipment operation & utility locating laws and compliance procedures;

• Ability to read plant design prints (electronic & paper)

• Independent work & basic civil construction skills

• CDL and heavy equipment operation experience required
• Proven ability to be on time daily as well as maintains good attendance. 
• Must possess and continue to possess a valid CDL driver’s license in good standing. 
• Ability to make independent judgment and perform repetitive tasks. 
• Regular contact with co-workers and customers 
• Must be able to pass pre-employment screening requirements
• Communicate effectively with other personnel, city officials, and customers in a professional manner, both orally and in writing;
• Analyze and appropriately solve problems and resolve conflicts;
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, and the public under sometimes stressful conditions;
• Maintain a professional demeanor at all times;
• Multitask and be organized under pressured daily issues.

Work Environment

• The work environment is performed outside and involves exposure to a range of adverse conditions, such as extreme heat and cold, wet conditions, airborne dust, and excessively loud noises.
• Repeated and frequent ability to lift, from floor to above head 40 lbs continuously
• Ability to sit, stand, climb, kneel, bend, lift, crawl, squat, reach and utilize both hands and feet in an aerial and underground capacity. Environmental Conditions exposure is heat, cold, dust, wet, vibration and very loud noise
• Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require basic safety precautions.

Expected compensation includes $25 to $32/hr an hour and benefits including medical, vision, and dental benefits, and 401k retirement plan available for eligible employees. Compensation offered may vary depending on factors such as an individual’s education, training, experience, skills, geographic location, seniority, merit, and other factors that are job related and consistent with business need.

AAP/EEO Statement: 

Centerline is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

Who We Are:

At Centerline, we design, build, and maintain industry-leading wireless, wireline networks, and critical infrastructure facilities for major wireless operators, equipment manufacturers, and developers across North America. Centerline brands, including Maicom, Maiuri Electric, Penta, PM&A, PPT, and Skyline Engineering, bring unmatched expertise to each job.  

We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) plan with employer match; referral bonuses; and generous PTO. Learn more about our brands and get to know #LifeAtCenterline on LinkedIn. 

Join our team today. Together, we’re building a better network.

NOTE:  This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

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