Horizontal Drill Technician

Company Description:

Swift Underground is an turn-key fibre optic installation company located in Steinbach, MB. We use industry leading equipment and technologies to install, test, and deliver high-speed fibre networks. We are currently seeking qualified individuals to join our Fibre Construction crews.

Position Summary:

The individual in this position will be hands on in building fibre optic outside plant. Responsibilities include locating and operating directional boring machines. Each drill crew is comprised of 2 techs who rotate daily between drilling and locating, ensuring both techs are extremely well versed in all aspects of the crew's operations. This position will assist our current Construction Technicians in the field, and will include tools and equipment required for the job. Our ideal candidate will highly value honesty, enjoy the outdoors, and be in good physical condition.

Essential Job Functions:

• Assist in the loading/unloading of equipment and supplies needed for daily work assignments, setting-up of work site traffic and safety controls and properly securing work area.

• Hand dig with shovels, picks, digging bars to expose located utilities, access underground vaults, and complete trenches.

• Operate horizontal directional drills and associated locating equipment.

• Place conduit and/or cables underground.

• When required and if appropriately licensed and authorized, drive or operate construction equipment used on the job site to complete daily work assignments.

• Clean and maintain all company vehicles and equipment assigned for use.

• Willingness to work shifts as assigned, including daily overtime when necessary.

• Possession of a valid driver's license or capable and eligible to acquire a driver's license. Class 3 license with Air would be considered an asset.

Position Qualifications:

• Ability to travel to be onsite and to work effectively outside in variable weather conditions.

• Support all company policies and safety practices.

• Able to communicate with customers and co-workers in a professional manner.

• Ability to use various power and hand tools.

• Be responsible for and operate company vehicles in a safe manner.

Compensation:

Beginning salary $24-$36/hr. Future raises and advancement opportunities based on job performance.

Application Deadline:

No deadline for applications, Swift will interview and hire until all positions are filled.