CDL HDD Operator/Locator - Build Underground Fiber

Push-Inc; Wetmore (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401K match

Weekly pay

Paid PTO

Training opportunities

Apprenticeships

CDL program

Referral bonus

Job summary

PUSH, Inc. Wetmore, MI is seeking a CDL Directional Drill Operator/Locator (HDD) to install underground fiber and utilities using trenchless methods. You will operate HDD rigs, read prints and schematics, and mentor junior crew members while ensuring safety and efficiency in rural and urban environments.

The role requires outdoor work, travel away from home, and a valid Class A CDL. Training and advancement opportunities are available within our established telecom infrastructure contractor.

Qualifications

• Experience with Horizontal Directional Drilling around utilities in rural and urban areas.
• Knowledge of prints and schematics.
• Ability to train and mentor other team members.

Responsibilities

• Operate Directional Bore equipment for underground cable/conduit installation.
• Ensure proper steering based on job preparations and projections.
• Maintain bore profile plots and provide drilling data.
• Abide safety procedures and attend safety meetings.
• Inspect and maintain equipment and perform routine maintenance.
• Read utility locates and coordinate day lighting of facilities.
• Assist with basic labor and other duties.
• Setup and cleanup of the work site, including traffic/pedestrian control.

Skills

HDD experience

Print reading

Mentoring teammates

Tools

Vermeer equipment

Ditch Witch equipment

Locating equipment

Job description

PUSH, Inc. Wetmore, MI is seeking a CDL Directional Drill Operator/Locator (HDD) to install underground fiber and utilities using trenchless methods. You will operate HDD rigs, read prints and schematics, and mentor junior crew members while ensuring safety and efficiency in rural and urban environments.

The role requires outdoor work, travel away from home, and a valid Class A CDL. Training and advancement opportunities are available within our established telecom infrastructure contractor.