Horizontal Directional Drill Operator/Locator 1
About the job
- A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
- At least 2 years of horizontal directional drilling equipment operation experience in underground utility construction is required.
- Experience with Vermeer or Ditch Witch drilling equipment is required.
- Ability to read construction drawings and bore plans is required.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills are required.
- A valid driver's license is required.
- Ability to lift up to 75 pounds unassisted is required.
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions is required.
- Ability to safely operate heavy equipment and wear required personal protective equipment is required.
- Operate horizontal directional drilling equipment to drill, ream, and install underground conduits.
- Use locating systems to track bore path alignment and depth.
- Read and interpret construction drawings, bore plans, and utility maps.
- Assist with bore planning and maintain accurate bore logs and daily reports.
- Perform equipment inspections and routine maintenance.
- Manage drilling fluids for optimal performance and environmental compliance.
- Adjust drilling methods based on ground conditions and obstacles.
- Coordinate with supervisors, locators, and ground crew to ensure safe and efficient operations.
- Follow Occupational Safety and Health Administration standards, company safety policies, and job site protocols.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe job site.
- Perform frequent walking, standing, kneeling, crouching, and other physically demanding tasks.
- OSHA 10 certification is preferred.
- A Commercial Driver's License Class A is preferred.
About the company
TriTechne builds, expands, and manages Inside and Outside plant telecommunications services across the United States. Its work covers facility-side (inside plant) and field-side (outside plant) network infrastructure, delivered by teams that are assembled from standardized processes to meet each client’s goals. The company uses benchmark-based performance and evolving practices to tailor staffing and project approaches for faster deployment of networks. TriTechne differentiates itself by operating coast-to-coast at scale, applying repeatable processes to customize outcomes, and focusing on enabling NextGen networks and cloud-related connectivity. The firm’s goal is to move the nation toward advanced cloud-based communications by designing, constructing, and supporting NextGen networks.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Fontana, California
Founded
2015
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- BEAD deployment accelerated in 2026, increasing demand for TriTechne's permitting and build services.
- TriTechne's August 2026 website highlights coast-to-coast engineering and self-performed construction capabilities.
- Fiber owners need auditable GIS and as-built records, strengthening TriTechne's drafting and CAD demand.
What critics are saying
- Going-concern pressure hit Tritech Group in July 2026; TriTechne lacks comparable disclosure.
- TriTechne depends on BEAD awards, exposing revenue to state contracting delays through 2028.
- Regional concentration in Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Arkansas, Mississippi, and Missouri narrows resilience.
What makes TriTechne unique
- TriTechne self-performs engineering, permitting, construction, and turn-up across six South Central states.
- Its BEAD focus matches government-funded fiber builds as states shift from planning to construction in 2026.
- The company claims over 20,000 fiber miles engineered and roughly 1,000 permits secured yearly.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- 401(k) Company Match
- Paid Vacation