CDL HDD Field Operator & Locator — Fiber Cabling Expert

Push Inc.; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401K with company match

Weekly pay

Paid PTO and holidays

Bonus potential

Training & advancement opportunities

Apprenticeship opportunities

In-house CDL program

Referral bonus

EEOC

Job summary

PUSH, Inc. is seeking a CDL Directional Drill Operator/Locator (HDD) to install fiber, copper, and power cables using trenchless HDD methods in Springfield, IL. You will read prints, mentor teammates, and travel as needed for field assignments.

Ideal candidates have HDD experience around utilities, familiarity with Vermeer/Ditch Witch equipment, and a strong commitment to safety and equipment maintenance. Valid CDL A and the ability to work outdoors in all weather are required.

Qualifications

• Experience with Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) around utilities in rural and urban areas.
• Ability to read prints and schematics and train/mentor team members.
• Must pass pre-employment screenings and maintain equipment.
• Demonstrated field experience with HDD crews and operating rigs/locating equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate Directional Bore equipment for underground cable/conduit installation.
• Ensure proper steering based on job prep and projections.
• Move and align machinery to conform to grade alignment specifications.
• Maintain bore profile plots and provide drilling data to customers.
• Attend safety meetings and follow safety procedures.

Skills

CDL license

Directional drilling

Equipment operation

Print reading

Mentoring/leadership

Education

CDL Class A license

Tools

Vermeer units

Ditch Witch units

Locating equipment

Job description

PUSH, Inc. is seeking a CDL Directional Drill Operator/Locator (HDD) to install fiber, copper, and power cables using trenchless HDD methods in Springfield, IL. You will read prints, mentor teammates, and travel as needed for field assignments.

Ideal candidates have HDD experience around utilities, familiarity with Vermeer/Ditch Witch equipment, and a strong commitment to safety and equipment maintenance. Valid CDL A and the ability to work outdoors in all weather are required.