Job Description
Job Title:  CDL A Operator
Job Location (Short):  Afton, NY | Utica, NY
Workplace Type:  Field
Employment Type:  Hourly

Discover a more connected career

Ready to roll up your sleeves and bring cutting-edge fiber technology to life? As part of our team, the CDL A Drill Operator is at the heart of building and maintaining our state-of-the-art PON/fiber network.
 
If you enjoy working outdoors, learning high‑demand technical skills, and making a real impact on your community, this role is for you. This position is full‑time, year‑round, and typically works close to home with only limited travel required for training.

Compensation: $30.00 - $45.00 per hour

Connecting you to great benefits

  • Weekly Paychecks
  • Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Holidays
  • Insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance)
  • 401(k) w/ Company Match
  • Stock Purchase Plan
  • Education Reimbursement
  • Legal Insurance
  • Discounts on gym memberships,  pet insurance, and much more!

What you’ll do

  • Operate horizontal directional drill or locate for the drill.
  • Install, maintain, test, and repair buried and aerial fiber lines.
  • Operate construction equipment such as trenchers, plows, excavators, and locators.
  • Set pedestals, vaults, handholes, and other outside plant infrastructure.
  • Operate bucket trucks as needed.
  • Support fiber splicing and repair activities.
  • Restore job sites and keep accurate project labels and markings.
  • Responsible for site set-up, clean-up, and equipment maintenance
  • Perform work in all weather conditions
  • Other duties as assigned

What you’ll need

  • Valid Class A Commercial driver's license
  • Experience with drilling equipment, including their capabilities, limitations, and drill setup and design processes
  • To be 18 years of age or older
  • Authorization to work in the United States for this company
  • Valid state driver's license (cannot be Provisional), including an acceptable driving record 

 
Physical abilities & exposures

  • Routinely: work with arms above shoulder level, in confined space and remote locations, operate vehicle and heavy machinery, squeeze, fine hand motion, bend, stoop, stand, walk, climb stairs and lift greater than 55 pounds
  • Occasionally: use ladder, keyboard and mouse

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The wage range for CDL A Operator is $30.00 - $45.00 per hour.

 

Why grow your career with us
Your career here is more than just a job — it's your pathway to opportunity. Our hands-on training, supportive environment, and responsive leadership connect you to work with purpose. Our commitment to you extends beyond professional development to a safety-first culture that ensures you can do what you do best, with peace of mind.

 

Building stronger solutions together 
Our company is an equal-opportunity employer — we are committed to providing a work environment where everyone can thrive, grow, and feel connected.   
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.


Your career here is more than just a job — it's your pathway to opportunity. Our hands-on training, supportive environment, and responsive leadership connect you to work with purpose. Our commitment to you extends beyond professional development to a safety-first culture that ensures you can do what you do best, with peace of mind.  

Req Id:  7858