Directional Drill Operator/Locator

Confidential

Orangeburg, South Carolina permanent

Posted: January 30, 2026

Job Description

McCall Thomas Engineering Company, Inc. is seeking a Directional Drill Operator/Locator to perform directional drilling for the installation of underground conduit and fiber optic cable. Travel will be required for this position- primarily in GA, NC and SC.

At McCall-Thomas Engineering we have been providing quality engineering and technical services since 1945. With more than 200 clients, McCall-Thomas continues to take great pride in utilizing our experience and efficiency to provide the highest quality engineering and technical services for the success of our valued clients.

McCall-Thomas Engineering is a multi-faceted engineering firm serving clients through Communications Engineering, Civil and Electrical Engineering and Design, Electric Utility Services, Electric Field Operations & UAS, as well as the McT Learning Center and Print Services.

As a McCall-Thomas Directional Drill Operator/Locator, you will be joining a team of dedicated individuals committed to our mission of providing quality solutions and services to our clients.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Perform standard maintenance work on drill and support equipment

Drive/operate diesel or gasoline powered equipment to/from/on jobsite (backhoe, trencher, directional bore, bucket truck)

Locate buried wiring/cabling and install underground telecommunications cables

Install coax and fiber systems using ditch witch or vermeer type drill

Flagging/Safely coordinate vehicles and equipment within public areas/active work sites

Restore worksite

Perform general construction work using using hand tools under direction of Foreman

Performs other duties as necessary

What Will You Need:

HS diploma

Valid driver’s license with clean driving record

Eligibility to work in the US without sponsorship

Minimum 2 years' experience in directional drilling/locating

Ability to locate and dig around utilities to install underground conduit and fiber optic cable

Ability to complete daily bore logs manually and electronically

Ability to read and understand maps, drawings, and diagrams for the project build process

Ability to follow directions, produce quality work, maintain safe working habits/conditions according to all Federal, State, and Company regulations and policies

Positive attitude and ability to complete tasks on schedule

Ability to maintain positive working relationships

What We Offer:

At McCall-Thomas, we offer employees the chance to work with great people on exciting projects, with opportunity for growth. We also provide a full range of benefits for employees, such as:

Competitive compensation

100% company-paid medical insurance

Company-paid long-term disability insurance

Company-paid life insurance

401k plan

Paid time off and holiday leave

Stock ownership opportunities

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